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High Point Elem School

Elementary School · Orland SD 135

14825 West Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462

Enrollment

476

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,405 of 3,813

In Orland Park

#8 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

Orland SD 135

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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High Point Elem School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Orland Park · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About High Point Elem School

High Point Elem School is a public elementary school in Orland Park, IL, part of Orland SD 135. High Point Elem School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. High Point Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,405 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for High Point Elem School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,852
Chronic Absenteeism13.7%

High Point Elem School — Students at High Point Elem School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (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
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2022
ELA
50%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How High Point Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
63th percentile in IL
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

Location

14825 West Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering High Point Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centennial School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palos West Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Palos Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arnold W Kruse Ed Center (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orland Park, see our Orland Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Orland Jr High School Orland Park 0.1 mi 6.4
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Orland Park 0.6 mi 4.6
Orland Park Elem School Orland Park 0.7 mi 6.4
Orland Center School Orland Park 0.7 mi 7.2
Jerling Junior High School Orland Park 1.4 mi 6.3
Liberty Elem School Orland Park 1.5 mi 6.3
Carl Sandburg High School Orland Park 2.0 mi 8.3
Century Junior High School Orland Park 1.8 mi 6.8
Meadow Ridge School Orland Park 1.9 mi 7.6
Centennial School Orland Park 2.0 mi 8.5
CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orland Hills 2.4 mi 5.7
Palos West Elementary School Palos Park 2.7 mi 8.3
Fernway Park Elem School Orland Park 2.7 mi 6.3
Prairie Elem School Orland Park 2.3 mi 6.9
FARM AND NATURE DISCOVERY SCHOOL Palos Park 2.9 mi
Victor J Andrew High School Orland Hills 3.2 mi 8.2
Palos South Middle School Palos Park 3.0 mi 8.2
Christa McAuliffe School Tinley Park 3.4 mi 7.8
SANDBOX OF HOMER GLEN Homer Glen 2.9 mi
Arnold W Kruse Ed Center Orland Park 3.0 mi 8.2

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about High Point Elem School

What grades does High Point Elem School serve?

High Point Elem School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend High Point Elem School?

High Point Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at High Point Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at High Point Elem School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does High Point Elem School rank in IL?

High Point Elem School ranks #1,405 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is High Point Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

High Point Elem School 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 High Point Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, High Point Elem School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is High Point Elem School a charter school?

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

Is High Point Elem School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.7%

District

Orland SD 135
District Enrollment
5,201
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,852
District Rank
#6 of 10

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