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#1286 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 34% in state

Oriole Park Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

5424 N Oketo Ave, Chicago, IL 60656

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,286 of 3,813

In Chicago

#169 of 630

public schools

In district

#166 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Oriole Park Elem School

6.9/10

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About Oriole Park Elem School

Oriole Park Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Oriole Park Elem School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oriole Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Oriole Park Elem School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Oriole Park Elem School — Students at Oriole Park Elem School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (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
97%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Oriole Park Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
66th percentile in IL
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Location

5424 N Oketo Ave, Chicago, IL 60656

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oriole Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beard Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ebinger Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Theodore Roosevelt Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago 0.6 mi 5.6
ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago 0.7 mi
RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi 6.0
ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 0.8 mi 5.9
Norwood Park Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 7.8
Edison Park Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 6.3
ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago 0.8 mi 6.6
Garvy J Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 6.4
Ridgewood Comm High School Norridge 1.2 mi 5.9
Union Ridge Elem School Harwood Heights 1.2 mi 8.1
J Giles Elem School Norridge 1.5 mi 8.0
Taft High School Chicago 1.2 mi 7.7
J Leigh Elem School Norridge 1.3 mi 6.7
Beard Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 8.6
Onahan Elem School Chicago 1.5 mi 5.8
Pennoyer Elem School Norridge 1.3 mi 6.5
Ebinger Elem School Chicago 1.8 mi 8.6
MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge 1.6 mi 5.9
Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge 1.8 mi 8.3
Dirksen Elem School Chicago 1.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,000

Median Home Value

$344,400

Median Rent

$1,388/mo

Population

28,726

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oriole Park Elem School

What grades does Oriole Park Elem School serve?

Oriole Park Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Oriole Park Elem School?

Oriole Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oriole Park Elem School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oriole Park Elem School rank in IL?

Oriole Park Elem School ranks #1,286 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Oriole Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oriole Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Oriole Park Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oriole Park Elem School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oriole Park Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Oriole Park Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

26.3% of students at Oriole Park 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

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