Serving 294 students in grades 1-5, Olson Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Olson Park Elementary School serves the northeast part of Machesney Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olson Park Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Olson Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olson Park Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1014 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olson Park Elementary School's ranking?
Olson Park Elementary School is ranked #1014 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Olson Park Elementary School often compared to?
Olson Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Olson Park Elementary School?
294 students attend Olson Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Olson Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olson Park Elementary School?
Olson Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olson Park Elementary School offer ?
Olson Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Olson Park Elementary School part of?
Olson Park Elementary School is part of Harlem Ud 122 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have a daughter that has gone to this school for three years now. This is the best elementary school in the park. My daughter has adhd and she's bi-polar and all the teachers that she has had and has now are all very understanding and patient with her. She wasn't doing very good in 1st and 2nd grade until she started 3rd grade at Olson, now she gets A's, B's, and C's. She very proud of herself and really loves to go to school. They have done miracles and I thank them everyday.
2 10/10/2025
My son went to the Parker Center and it was great, but Olson Park... It's not organized at all. The principal is not very friendly. No one at the school is on one accord. There are not a whole lot of extracurricular activiites. Everyone in my subdivision told me that I would be dissapointed, but it seems as though the local people are o.k. with the school. No one ever seems to know what's going on. They depend on the little kids to tell the parents what they've been told. The facilities are very cluttered. My son teacher is really nice though.
4 10/10/2025
I love Olson I have been there since first grade and made wonderful friend's and the teachers help so much. I am in 6 grade and my teachers make 6-grade fun and make you not worry about going to middle school next year.
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