Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakton Elementary School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Oakton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakton Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
44%
16%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakton Elementary School's ranking?
Oakton Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oakton Elementary School often compared to?
Oakton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orrington Elementary School, The Joseph Sears School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oakton Elementary School?
375 students attend Oakton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Oakton Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakton Elementary School?
Oakton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakton Elementary School offer ?
Oakton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oakton Elementary School part of?
Oakton Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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