Serving 766 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Saratoga Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Saratoga Elementary School's student population of 766 students has stayed relatively flat 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
766 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Saratoga Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saratoga Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#289 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Saratoga Elementary School's ranking?
Saratoga Elementary School is ranked #289 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Nettle Creek Elementary School, South Wilmington Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
766 students attend Saratoga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Saratoga Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% 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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