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#3418 of 3,813 schools in IL

White Oak Elementary

Elementary School · Morris SD 54

2001 Dupont Ave, Morris, IL 60450

Enrollment

745

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,418 of 3,813

In Morris

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Morris SD 54

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White Oak Elementary

4.2/10

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

Shabbona Middle School

4.3/10

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5.3/10

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About White Oak Elementary

White Oak Elementary is a public elementary school in Morris, IL, part of Morris SD 54. White Oak Elementary serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. White Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,418 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for White Oak Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,715
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

White Oak Elementary — Students at White Oak Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (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
89%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
16%
2022
ELA
12%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How White Oak Elementary Compares

See how White Oak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
10th percentile in IL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Location

2001 Dupont Ave, Morris, IL 60450

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Oak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lisbon Grade School (rated 9.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saratoga Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coal City Intermediate School (rated 8.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Coal City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morris, see our Morris schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Shabbona Middle School Morris 1.0 mi 4.3
Morris Community High School Morris 1.0 mi 5.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Morris 1.8 mi 6.9
Saratoga Elem School Morris 2.8 mi 8.5
Nettle Creek Elem School Morris 4.4 mi 6.1
Lisbon Grade School Newark 8.0 mi 9.3
Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Middle Sch Mazon 8.7 mi 5.0
Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Elem School Mazon 8.8 mi 5.9
Seneca High School Seneca 8.5 mi 6.8
Seneca Elem School South Campus Seneca 8.9 mi 6.8
Seneca Grade School North Campus Seneca 8.9 mi 7.4
Coal City Early Childhood Center Coal City 9.7 mi 5.5
Coal City High School Coal City 9.6 mi 6.3
Coal City Middle School Coal City 9.8 mi 8.6
Coal City Elem School Coal City 10.0 mi 5.5
Aux Sable Minooka 10.0 mi 4.1
Milton Pope Elem School Marseilles 9.7 mi 5.8
Coal City Intermediate School Coal City 10.4 mi 8.3
Minooka Jr High School Minooka 11.1 mi 4.3
Minooka Community High School Minooka 11.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,716

Median Home Value

$266,600

Median Rent

$1,122/mo

Population

20,918

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Oak Elementary

What grades does White Oak Elementary serve?

White Oak Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend White Oak Elementary?

White Oak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Oak Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at White Oak Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Oak Elementary rank in IL?

White Oak Elementary ranks #3,418 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is White Oak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

White Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 White Oak Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Oak Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is White Oak Elementary a charter school?

No, White Oak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is White Oak Elementary a Title I school?

No, White Oak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Oak Elementary?

52.8% of students at White Oak Elementary 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Grundy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Morris SD 54
District Enrollment
1,097
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,715
District Rank
#2 of 2

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