Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Red Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Oak Elementary School serves the southern part of Highland Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Red Oak Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Oak Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#586 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Red Oak Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Red Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Red Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Red Oak Elementary School?
225 students attend Red Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Red Oak Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Oak Elementary School?
Red Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Oak Elementary School offer ?
Red Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Red Oak Elementary School part of?
Red Oak Elementary School is part of North Shore SD 112 School District.
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