Serving 786 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Saratoga Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Saratoga Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Morris school district, covering an area of approximately 44.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.5 miles and the furthest edge located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saratoga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Saratoga Elementary School's student population of 786 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saratoga 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 Saratoga Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#529 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saratoga Elementary School's ranking?
Saratoga Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Saratoga Elementary School often compared to?
Saratoga Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Oak Elementary School, South Wilmington Grade School, Nettle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Saratoga Elementary School?
786 students attend Saratoga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Saratoga Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saratoga Elementary School?
Saratoga Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saratoga Elementary School offer ?
Saratoga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Saratoga Elementary School part of?
Saratoga Elementary School is part of Saratoga CCSD 60c School District.
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