Palatine High School, or PHS, is a public four-year high school in Township High School District 211.
Serving 2,535 students in grades 9-12, Palatine High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palatine High School serves the northeast part of Palatine, IL, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palatine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Palatine High School's student population of 2,535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 182 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
182 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1875
School Rankings
Palatine High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palatine High 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
#1460 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Mascot
Pirate Pete
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palatine High School's ranking?
Palatine High School is ranked #1460 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Palatine High School often compared to?
Palatine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wm Fremd High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palatine High School?
The graduation rate of Palatine High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Palatine High School?
2,535 students attend Palatine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Palatine High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palatine High School?
Palatine High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palatine High School offer ?
Palatine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palatine High School part of?
Palatine High School is part of Township HSD 211 School District.
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