Serving 249 students in grades 3-4, Scarlet Oak 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scarlet Oak Elementary School's attendance zone is located in Oak Forest, IL, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. This zone encompasses the entire school district, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 2.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scarlet Oak Elementary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scarlet Oak 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 Scarlet Oak Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1877 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scarlet Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Scarlet Oak Elementary School is ranked #1877 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Scarlet Oak Elementary School?
249 students attend Scarlet Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Scarlet Oak Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scarlet Oak Elementary School?
Scarlet Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scarlet Oak Elementary School offer ?
Scarlet Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Scarlet Oak Elementary School part of?
Scarlet Oak Elementary School is part of Arbor Park SD 145 School District.
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