Serving 224 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scarlet Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Scarlet Oak Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Scarlet 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 Scarlet Oak Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2294 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
30%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
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 Scarlet Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Scarlet Oak Elementary School is ranked #2294 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
224 students attend Scarlet Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Scarlet Oak Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scarlet Oak Elementary School?
Scarlet Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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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