Serving 589 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Oriole 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oriole Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oriole Park Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oriole Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oriole Park Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#856 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oriole Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oriole Park Elementary School is ranked #856 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oriole Park Elementary School often compared to?
Oriole Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood Park Elementary School, Ebinger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oriole Park Elementary School?
589 students attend Oriole Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oriole Park Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oriole Park Elementary School?
Oriole Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oriole Park Elementary School offer ?
Oriole Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Oriole Park Elementary School part of?
Oriole Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Oriole Park Elementary School located?
Oriole Park Elementary School is located in the Oriole Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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