Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seth Paine 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 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Seth Paine Elementary School serves the west part of Lake Zurich, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seth Paine 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
School Overview
Seth Paine Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seth Paine Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seth Paine Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#334 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seth Paine Elementary School's ranking?
Seth Paine Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Seth Paine Elementary School often compared to?
Seth Paine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arnett C Lines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Seth Paine Elementary School?
495 students attend Seth Paine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Seth Paine Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seth Paine Elementary School?
Seth Paine Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seth Paine Elementary School offer ?
Seth Paine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Seth Paine Elementary School part of?
Seth Paine Elementary School is part of Lake Zurich CUSD 95 School District.
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