Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olive C Martin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Olive C Martin School's student population of 511 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olive C Martin School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2128 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
41%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 #2128 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Olive C Martin School often compared to?
Olive C Martin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
511 students attend Olive C Martin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Olive C Martin School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olive C Martin School?
Olive C Martin School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower 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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