Serving 645 students in grades 2-5, Glen Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glen Oaks Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glen Oaks Elementary 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 Glen Oaks Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#103 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Oaks Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glen Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kerkstra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Glen Oaks Elementary School?
645 students attend Glen Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Glen Oaks Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Oaks Elementary School?
Glen Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glen Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Glen Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Glen Oaks Elementary School part of?
Glen Oaks Elementary School is part of North Palos School District 117.
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