Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Patton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Patton Elementary School serves the northwest part of Arlington Heights, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of its attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patton Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Patton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patton Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#541 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patton Elementary School's ranking?
Patton Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Patton Elementary School often compared to?
Patton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olive-mary Stitt School, Ivy Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Patton Elementary School?
399 students attend Patton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Patton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patton Elementary School?
Patton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Patton Elementary School offer ?
Patton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Patton Elementary School part of?
Patton Elementary School is part of Arlington Heights SD 25 School District.
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