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#1830 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 48% in state

Fernway Park Elem School

Elementary School · Kirby SD 140

16600 S 88th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,830 of 3,813

In Orland Park

#11 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Kirby SD 140

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Fernway Park Elem School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Orland Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fernway Park Elem School

Fernway Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Orland Park, IL, part of Kirby SD 140. Fernway Park Elem School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fernway Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,830 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Fernway Park Elem School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,646
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Fernway Park Elem School — Students at Fernway Park Elem School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Fernway Park Elem School Compares

See how Fernway Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
52th percentile in IL
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

16600 S 88th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fernway Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millennium Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tinley Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arnold W Kruse Ed Center (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Christa McAuliffe School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Tinley Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orland Park, see our Orland Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orland Hills 0.6 mi 5.7
Victor J Andrew High School Orland Hills 0.7 mi 8.2
Christa McAuliffe School Tinley Park 0.9 mi 7.8
SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-TINLEY PARK Tinley Park 0.9 mi 6.2
Prairie View Middle School Tinley Park 1.1 mi 7.3
Virgil I Grissom Middle School Tinley Park 1.0 mi 7.2
Millennium Elem School Tinley Park 1.6 mi 8.3
Liberty Elem School Orland Park 1.7 mi 6.3
Helen Keller Elem School Tinley Park 1.4 mi 6.8
Jerling Junior High School Orland Park 1.9 mi 6.3
Orland Center School Orland Park 2.1 mi 7.2
LT JOSEPH P KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Tinley Park 2.3 mi 7.9
Arnold W Kruse Ed Center Orland Park 2.1 mi 8.2
John A Bannes Elem School Tinley Park 1.9 mi 7.3
Orland Jr High School Orland Park 2.6 mi 6.4
High Point Elem School Orland Park 2.7 mi 6.8
ZION LUTHERAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tinley Park 2.4 mi
Prairie Elem School Orland Park 3.2 mi 6.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tinley Park 2.6 mi 6.0
Century Junior High School Orland Park 2.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,747

Median Home Value

$330,400

Median Rent

$1,393/mo

Population

40,700

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

83.8%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Carnegie Elem School Chicago, IL 6.3
Creekside Elementary School Plainfield, IL 6.3
Donald C Parker Early Educ Center Machesney Park, IL 6.3
Earle Elem School Chicago, IL 6.3
Earlville Elem School Earlville, IL 6.3
East Dubuque Elem School East Dubuque, IL 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fernway Park Elem School

What grades does Fernway Park Elem School serve?

Fernway Park Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fernway Park Elem School?

Fernway Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fernway Park Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fernway Park Elem School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fernway Park Elem School rank in IL?

Fernway Park Elem School ranks #1,830 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Fernway Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fernway Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Fernway Park Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fernway Park Elem School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fernway Park Elem School a charter school?

No, Fernway Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fernway Park Elem School a Title I school?

No, Fernway Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

Kirby SD 140
District Enrollment
3,475
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,646
District Rank
#7 of 7

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