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#877 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 23% in state

Oak Prairie JR High School

Middle School · Will County SD 92

15161 S Gougar Rd, Homer Glen, IL 60491

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#877 of 3,813

In Homer Glen

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Will County SD 92

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Prairie JR High School

7.5/10

Middle School in Homer Glen · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.8/10

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About Oak Prairie JR High School

Oak Prairie JR High School is a public middle school in Homer Glen, IL, part of Will County SD 92. Oak Prairie JR High School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Prairie JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #877 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Prairie JR High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,285
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

Oak Prairie JR High School — Students at Oak Prairie JR High School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (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
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
41%
2022
ELA
41%

* 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 Oak Prairie JR High School Compares

See how Oak Prairie JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in IL
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

Location

15161 S Gougar Rd, Homer Glen, IL 60491

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Prairie JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Old Quarry Middle Sch (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lemont), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kelvin Grove Jr High School (rated 6.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lockport), a more accessible option. For more schools in Homer Glen, see our Homer Glen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Reed Elem School Homer Glen 1.6 mi 8.8
Walsh Elem School Lockport 1.6 mi 8.0
William E Young School Homer Glen 1.8 mi 7.8
Luther J Schilling School Homer Glen 1.7 mi 7.5
Lockport Township High Sch East Lockport 1.9 mi 7.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEMONT Lemont 2.2 mi 6.2
William J Butler School Lockport 2.3 mi 7.4
LUPINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockport 2.0 mi 5.9
Kelvin Grove Jr High School Lockport 2.4 mi 6.2
Ludwig Elem School Lockport 2.2 mi 7.3
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE CENTER Lockport 2.6 mi
Old Quarry Middle Sch Lemont 3.1 mi 7.1
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT LEMONT Lemont 3.2 mi
Milne Grove Elem School Lockport 2.6 mi 7.0
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 2.6 mi 5.0
River Valley School Lemont 3.3 mi 7.5
Oakwood School Lemont 3.4 mi 5.1
ST DENNIS SCHOOL Lockport 3.1 mi 6.1
Taft Grade School Lockport 3.4 mi 4.6
SS CYRIL & METHODIUS SCHOOL Lemont 4.2 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60491 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,788

Median Home Value

$404,800

Median Rent

$1,604/mo

Population

22,585

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

93.2%

Avg Commute

34.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

43.1

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Northwood Middle School Highland Park, IL 7.5
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Stephen Mack Middle School Rockton, IL 7.5
Dunlap Valley Middle School Dunlap, IL 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Prairie JR High School

What grades does Oak Prairie JR High School serve?

Oak Prairie JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Oak Prairie JR High School?

Oak Prairie JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Prairie JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Prairie JR High School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Prairie JR High School rank in IL?

Oak Prairie JR High School ranks #877 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Oak Prairie JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Prairie JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Oak Prairie JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Prairie JR High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oak Prairie JR High School a charter school?

No, Oak Prairie JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oak Prairie JR High School a Title I school?

No, Oak Prairie JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Prairie JR High School?

30.0% of students at Oak Prairie JR High 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

Will County SD 92
District Enrollment
1,432
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,285
District Rank
#3 of 4

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