Serving 367 students in grades 4-6, Barack Obama School Of Ldership 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama School Of Ldership ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barack Obama School Of Ldership's student population of 367 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Barack Obama School Of Ldership 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 Barack Obama School Of Ldership is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3127 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
77%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Park Forest SD 163 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama School Of Ldership's ranking?
Barack Obama School Of Ldership is ranked #3127 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barack Obama School Of Ldership often compared to?
Barack Obama School Of Ldershipis often viewed alongside schools like Michelle Obama School Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama School Of Ldership?
367 students attend Barack Obama School Of Ldership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Barack Obama School Of Ldership students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama School Of Ldership?
Barack Obama School Of Ldership has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barack Obama School Of Ldership offer ?
Barack Obama School Of Ldership offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Barack Obama School Of Ldership part of?
Barack Obama School Of Ldership is part of Park Forest SD 163 School District.
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