Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Patterson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Patterson Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Patterson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#159 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
33%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Clow Elementary School, Spring Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
469 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Patterson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is Patterson Elementary School located?
Patterson Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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