Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Oriole Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oriole Park 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
Oriole Park Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oriole Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oriole Park Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#520 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
60%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oriole Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oriole Park Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oriole Park Elementary School often compared to?
Oriole Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood Park Elementary School, Ebinger Elementary School, Garvy J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oriole Park Elementary School?
617 students attend Oriole Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oriole Park Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oriole Park Elementary School?
Oriole Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oriole Park Elementary School offer ?
Oriole Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Oriole Park Elementary School part of?
Oriole Park Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Oriole Park Elementary School located?
Oriole Park Elementary School is located in the Oriole Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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