Best Schools in Oakwood, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Oakwood Grade School
Elementary · Oakwood Cusd 76. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.9
out of 10
Median Home
$123,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.9
out of 10
Median Home
$123,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Oakwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oakwood Grade School | 2.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 2.9/10
- Median household income
- $54,972
- Median home value
- $123,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oakwood compares
Median household income
$55k
67% of Illinois median
About Schools in Oakwood, Illinois
Oakwood, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 2.9 out of 10, schools in Oakwood face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Oakwood is Oakwood Grade School with a composite score of 2.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oakwood is served by 1 school district: Oakwood CUSD 76. These districts collectively serve 830 students.
Oakwood's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,972. The poverty rate in the area is 17.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 552 students · Pre-K–8th | 2.9 |
Schools in Oakwood
Oakwood, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,972
Median Home Value
$123,600
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
2,716
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Community Profile
Oakwood has a median household income of $54,972. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,600, with a median rent of $840/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Oakwood, Illinois
How many schools are in Oakwood, Illinois?
Oakwood has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oakwood, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oakwood is 2.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Oakwood, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Oakwood on MySchoolScout is Oakwood Grade School with a composite score of 2.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oakwood, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oakwood on MySchoolScout is Oakwood Grade School with a composite score of 2.9/10.
How many school districts serve Oakwood, Illinois?
Oakwood is served by 1 school district: Oakwood Cusd 76.
What is the education level in Oakwood, Illinois?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Oakwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oakwood, Illinois?
The median household income in Oakwood is approximately $54,972 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oakwood, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oakwood is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oakwood, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.