OAK PARK & RIVER FOREST HIGH SCHOOL

Oak Park & River Forest High Sch is a Title I public high school that is part of the Oak Park - River Forest SD 200 school district, located in Oak Park, IL with about 3,370 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 233 teachers, Oak Park & River Forest High Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Oak Park and River Forest High School (OPRF) is a large, historic public high school located in Oak Park, Illinois, serving the communities of Oak Park and River Forest. Known for its imposing, architecturally significant campus and deep roots in the local community, the school is recognized for offering a robust and comprehensive academic curriculum. It serves a diverse student body and provides an extensive array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized career-technical education programs, and numerous extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics to nationally recognized fine arts programs.

Beyond its academic offerings, OPRF is often noted for its progressive educational approach and its commitment to addressing equity and social justice issues within its curriculum and student life. The school occupies a prominent place in the culture of the Chicago suburbs, frequently being highlighted for its rigorous college-preparatory environment and its efforts to balance the traditions of a long-standing institution with the evolving needs of a contemporary, diverse student population. It remains the sole high school for the district, serving as a central hub for civic and social activity in the area.

For more information, contact Oak Park & River Forest High Sch at (708) 383-0700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.