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Burr Oak Academy

Elementary School · Calumet Public SD 132

1441 W 124th St, Calumet Park, IL 60827

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,352 of 3,813

In Calumet Park

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Calumet Public SD 132

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Burr Oak Academy

6.8/10

Elementary School in Calumet Park · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Burr Oak Elem School

4.5/10

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4.8/10

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About Burr Oak Academy

Burr Oak Academy is a public elementary school in Calumet Park, IL, part of Calumet Public SD 132. Burr Oak Academy serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Burr Oak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,352 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Burr Oak Academy show 75% math proficiency (2010 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2010 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Burr Oak Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.9Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2010 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2010 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2010 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2010 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+28.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,737
Chronic Absenteeism42.2%

Burr Oak Academy — Students at Burr Oak Academy score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2009-10)

Math Proficiency 75.0% (2010 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.0% (2010 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

How Burr Oak Academy Compares

See how Burr Oak Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
65th percentile in IL
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

Location

1441 W 124th St, Calumet Park, IL 60827

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burr Oak Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Blue Island), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Blue Island), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST WALTER SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Calumet Park, see our Calumet Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park 0.1 mi 4.5
Calumet Elem School Calumet Park 0.5 mi 4.8
White Elem Career Academy Chicago 0.5 mi 4.8
Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago 0.6 mi 5.6
MARIAH'S LEARNING CENTER Riverdale 0.7 mi
Whistler Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.1
Higgins Elem Community Academy Chicago 1.0 mi 3.4
CHILDRENS CENTER OUTREACH Chicago 1.0 mi
Paul Revere Primary School Blue Island 1.0 mi 5.7
Brown R Elem Community Acad Chicago 1.0 mi 4.5
Paul Revere Intermediate School Blue Island 1.0 mi 4.8
Shoop Math-Sci Tech Elem Academy Chicago 1.6 mi 4.8
ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Island 1.3 mi 6.8
Metcalfe Elem Community Academy Chicago 1.2 mi 3.9
Lincoln Elem School Blue Island 1.5 mi 7.3
Esmond Elem School Chicago 1.6 mi 5.2
Chicago Excel Academy HS Chicago 1.7 mi 5.6
Morgan Park High School Chicago 1.7 mi 5.6
ST WALTER SCHOOL Chicago 1.4 mi 5.9
Veterans Memorial Middle Sch Blue Island 1.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,648

Median Home Value

$123,800

Median Rent

$1,044/mo

Population

24,887

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

41.3%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

34.1%

Median Age

30.9

Similar Schools

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Davenport Elem School Eureka, IL 6.8
EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Normal, IL 6.8
Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch Hanover Park, IL 6.8
Evergreen Elementary School Carol Stream, IL 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burr Oak Academy

What grades does Burr Oak Academy serve?

Burr Oak Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Burr Oak Academy?

Burr Oak Academy has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burr Oak Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Burr Oak Academy is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burr Oak Academy rank in IL?

Burr Oak Academy ranks #1,352 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Burr Oak Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Burr Oak Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Burr Oak Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burr Oak Academy has 75% math proficiency (2010 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2010 EdFacts).

Is Burr Oak Academy a charter school?

No, Burr Oak Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burr Oak Academy a Title I school?

No, Burr Oak Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burr Oak Academy?

7.4% of students at Burr Oak Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

District

Calumet Public SD 132
District Enrollment
908
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,737
District Rank
#1 of 3

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