ORIOLE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oriole Park Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 751 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, Oriole Park Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Oriole Park Elementary School, located in the Norwood Park community of Chicago, is a highly regarded neighborhood school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system, it is well-known for its strong academic reputation and its role as a central hub for the local community. The school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum, supported by a dedicated faculty and an active parent-teacher association that works to enhance the overall educational experience for its diverse student body.

Beyond its core academics, Oriole Park is celebrated for its warm, welcoming environment and its commitment to fostering the social and emotional development of its students. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and arts programs, which encourage students to explore their interests outside of the classroom. Because of its consistent performance and community engagement, Oriole Park remains a sought-after institution for families residing on the Northwest Side of Chicago.

For more information, contact Oriole Park Elem School at (773) 534-1201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656-1747
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ORIOLE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 751 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
751
Teachers:
43.76
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 751 students

White
69.2%
Hispanic/Latino
20.0%
Asian
7.5%
Black or African American
1.9%
Two or more races
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.3%
Male
53.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.