About Butler School District 53

Empowering Students Through Excellence, Innovation, and Community Support

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Excellence in Education: We Are Commitmented to Academic Achievement and Community

Butler School District 53 in Oak Brook, Illinois, serves over 500 students at Brook Forest (K-5) and Butler Junior High (6-8), along with a pre-school in partnership with Oak Brook Park District. Known for top test scores and academic excellence, the district also emphasizes a nurturing community and personalized learning. Students benefit from high-quality instruction, a rigorous curriculum, and supportive educators who encourage growth and achievement.

With a diverse and engaged community, strong parental involvement, and dedicated PTO support, Butler 53 fosters an environment where students consistently excel. The district boasts superior financial health, including a AAA bond rating and one of Illinois’ lowest tax rates.

Butler 53 schools have received multiple National Blue Ribbon Awards and other prestigious recognitions, reflecting the district’s commitment to inspiring students to reach their full potential.

Our Mission

We create pathways for each student to maximize their full potential.

Our Vision

To promote a nationally recognized school community that is proactive in transforming the learning environment and providing an individualized world education.

Our Core Values

Empowering student growth through academics, arts, athletics, activities, and altruism

Cultivating critical thinkers and thoughtful problem solvers

Facilitating and enriching personalized learning

Fostering an innovative, team-based learning environment

Exemplifying state of the art educational best practices

Engaging teaching professionals in collaborative practices

Embracing our diversity

Celebrating our successes along the way