Skip to main content

Very Good

#1246 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 33% in state

Fieldcrest Elem School

Elementary School · Prairie-Hills ESD 144

4100 Wagman St, Oak Forest, IL 60452

Enrollment

214

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,246 of 3,813

In Oak Forest

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Prairie-Hills ESD 144

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Fieldcrest Elem School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Fieldcrest Elem School

7.0/10

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

Markham Park Elem School

6.2/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Nob Hill Elem School

5.4/10

1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Fieldcrest Elem School

Fieldcrest Elem School is a public elementary school in Oak Forest, IL, part of Prairie-Hills ESD 144. Fieldcrest Elem School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fieldcrest Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,246 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Fieldcrest Elem School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Fieldcrest Elem School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)5% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,068
Chronic Absenteeism31.3%

Fieldcrest Elem School — Students at Fieldcrest Elem School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.4% (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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Fieldcrest Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
67th percentile in IL
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

Location

4100 Wagman St, Oak Forest, IL 60452

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fieldcrest Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST DAMIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Midlothian), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Markham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oak Forest, see our Oak Forest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Markham Park Elem School Markham 0.8 mi 6.2
Nob Hill Elem School Country Club Hills 1.1 mi 5.4
PHENOMENAL KIDS ACADEMEY INC Markham 1.0 mi
Bremen High School Midlothian 1.4 mi 5.2
Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills 1.6 mi 4.4
Central Park Elem School Midlothian 1.6 mi 3.7
Highlands Elem School Hazel Crest 1.5 mi 5.4
Primary Learning Center Markham 1.3 mi
Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham 1.6 mi 6.5
ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Midlothian 2.2 mi 6.6
Springfield Elem School Midlothian 2.2 mi 5.2
ST DAMIAN SCHOOL Oak Forest 1.8 mi 6.7
Meadowview School Country Club Hills 2.2 mi 3.8
Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham 1.7 mi 5.2
Zenon J Sykuta School Country Club Hills 2.3 mi 3.0
Mae Jemison School Hazel Crest 2.1 mi 5.0
Spaulding School Midlothian 2.2 mi 4.9
Ridge Early Childhood Center Oak Forest 2.2 mi 4.9
Kerkstra Elem School Oak Forest 2.2 mi 5.8
Chateaux School Hazel Crest 2.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,167

Median Home Value

$249,100

Median Rent

$1,287/mo

Population

26,511

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Allendale Elementary School Allendale, IL 7.0
Auburn Elem School Auburn, IL 7.0
Carlinville Intermediate School Carlinville, IL 7.0
Eagleview Elementary School Columbia, IL 7.0
Emmons Grade School Antioch, IL 7.0
HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mendota, IL 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fieldcrest Elem School

What grades does Fieldcrest Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Fieldcrest Elem School?

Fieldcrest Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fieldcrest Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fieldcrest Elem School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fieldcrest Elem School rank in IL?

Fieldcrest Elem School ranks #1,246 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Fieldcrest Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fieldcrest Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Fieldcrest Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fieldcrest Elem School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fieldcrest Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Fieldcrest Elem School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fieldcrest Elem School?

96.7% of students at Fieldcrest Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

District

Prairie-Hills ESD 144
District Enrollment
2,542
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,068
District Rank
#1 of 8

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.