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Oak Prairie Jr High School

15161 S Gougar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 30% in IL
  • : 31% (Top 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Oak Prairie Jr High School's student population of 457 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Oak Prairie Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Prairie Jr High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#996 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
31%
27%
41%
30%
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oak Prairie Jr High School's ranking?
Oak Prairie Jr High School is ranked #996 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oak Prairie Jr High School?
457 students attend Oak Prairie Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Oak Prairie Jr High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Prairie Jr High School?
Oak Prairie Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Prairie Jr High School offer ?
Oak Prairie Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Prairie Jr High School part of?
Oak Prairie Jr High School is part of Will County School District 92.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 457 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 31% (Top 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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