Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olive C Martin School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olive C Martin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Olive C Martin School's student population of 535 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olive C Martin School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olive C Martin School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#945 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
44%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olive C Martin School's ranking?
Olive C Martin School is ranked #945 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Olive C Martin School often compared to?
Olive C Martin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleviak Elementary School, Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Olive C Martin School?
535 students attend Olive C Martin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Olive C Martin School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olive C Martin School?
Olive C Martin School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olive C Martin School offer ?
Olive C Martin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olive C Martin School part of?
Olive C Martin School is part of Lake Villa CCSD 41 School District.
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