Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gen George Patton Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gen George Patton Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Riverdale, IL, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gen George Patton Elementary School's student population of 184 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gen George Patton Elementary 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 Gen George Patton Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
97%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gen George Patton Elementary School's ranking?
Gen George Patton Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gen George Patton Elementary School?
184 students attend Gen George Patton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gen George Patton Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gen George Patton Elementary School?
Gen George Patton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gen George Patton Elementary School offer ?
Gen George Patton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gen George Patton Elementary School part of?
Gen George Patton Elementary School is part of Gen George Patton SD 133 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Unprofessional, disorganized, ghetto, and not good with attending to their students. I pulled my kids out and sent them to another school after their first months. Within the time my children attended I had continuous problems. This school treats parents as if they are unintelligent or unaware of how a school should perform. If I could rate this school it would be far below negative.
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