Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Otter Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Otter Creek Elementary School serves the west part of Elgin, IL, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point about 2.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otter Creek Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Minute Matters.
School Rankings
Otter Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otter Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1786 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otter Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Otter Creek Elementary School is ranked #1786 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Otter Creek Elementary School?
437 students attend Otter Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Otter Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otter Creek Elementary School?
Otter Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Otter Creek Elementary School offer ?
Otter Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Otter Creek Elementary School part of?
Otter Creek Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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