Serving 294 students in grades 3-5, Burr Oak Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Burr Oak Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burr Oak Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Oak Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1755 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
26%
28%
Black
72%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Burr Oak Elementary School is ranked #1755 out of 3,426 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Burr Oak Elementary School?
294 students attend Burr Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Burr Oak Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burr Oak Elementary School?
Burr Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burr Oak Elementary School offer ?
Burr Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Burr Oak Elementary School part of?
Burr Oak Elementary School is part of Calumet Public SD 132 School District.
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