Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Wood Oaks Jr High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Wood Oaks Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Northbrook, IL, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. This area allows for a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood Oaks Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wood Oaks Jr High School's student population of 455 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
Educating Students to Succeed in a Changing World
School Rankings
Wood Oaks Jr High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood Oaks Jr High School is 0.54, 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
#46 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood Oaks Jr High School's ranking?
Wood Oaks Jr High School is ranked #46 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wood Oaks Jr High School often compared to?
Wood Oaks Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple School, Northbrook Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wood Oaks Jr High School?
455 students attend Wood Oaks Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wood Oaks Jr High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood Oaks Jr High School?
Wood Oaks Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wood Oaks Jr High School offer ?
Wood Oaks Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wood Oaks Jr High School part of?
Wood Oaks Jr High School is part of Northbrook ESD 27 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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