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#3090 of 3,813 schools in IL

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr

Elementary School · Peoria SD 150

2100 N Wisconsin Ave, Peoria, IL 61603

Enrollment

637

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,090 of 3,813

In Peoria

#19 of 34

public schools

In district

#13 of 25

Peoria SD 150

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr

4.8/10

Elementary School in Peoria · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lincoln School

3.8/10

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2.4/10

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

About Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr is a public elementary school in Peoria, IL, part of Peoria SD 150. Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,090 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

63% of students at Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency1% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,400
Chronic Absenteeism63.3%

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr — Students at Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr score 1% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 14.6% (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
56%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
4%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
4%
2017
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
2%
ELA
4%
2019
Math
2%
ELA
4%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2022
ELA
2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr Compares

See how Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
19th percentile in IL
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.3%

Location

2100 N Wisconsin Ave, Peoria, IL 61603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Peoria Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PEORIA (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Peoria Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln School Peoria 0.5 mi 3.8
Von Steuben Middle School Peoria 0.9 mi 2.4
KIEFER SCHOOL Peoria 1.2 mi 6.9
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Peoria 1.2 mi 5.6
Peoria High School Peoria 1.0 mi 6.2
PEORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MONROE Peoria Heights 1.4 mi 5.1
Reservoir Gifted School Peoria 1.5 mi 8.6
Franklin Primary School Peoria 1.4 mi 3.8
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Peoria Heights 1.8 mi 8.1
ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Peoria 1.7 mi 5.3
Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School Peoria 1.8 mi 4.2
Valeska Hinton Early Ch Ed Ctr Peoria 1.9 mi 5.8
Quest Charter School Academy Peoria 1.7 mi 4.4
Peoria Heights High School Peoria Heights 2.3 mi 7.3
Peoria Heights Grade School Peoria Heights 2.3 mi 3.1
ST MARK SCHOOL Peoria 1.9 mi 7.7
Hines Primary School Peoria 2.3 mi 3.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PEORIA Peoria Heights 2.4 mi 6.7
Whittier Primary School Peoria 2.3 mi 5.4
Dr Maude A Sanders Primary School Peoria 2.3 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,405

Median Home Value

$73,100

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

15,430

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

16.4 min

Poverty Rate

29.5%

Median Age

36.4

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Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center Mount Vernon, IL 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr

What grades does Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr serve?

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr?

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr rank in IL?

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr ranks #3,090 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr's MySchoolScout rating?

Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr a charter school?

No, Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr a Title I school?

No, Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr?

91.2% of students at Glen Oak Comm Learning Cntr 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Peoria County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.3%

District

Peoria SD 150
District Enrollment
12,713
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,400
District Rank
#13 of 25

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