Serving 255 students in grades 5-8, Stanton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanton School's attendance zone is located in Fox Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles, which encompasses the entire school district. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanton School's student population of 255 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Maximize and foster learning and growth for all through continuous improvement.
School Rankings
Stanton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanton School is 0.56, 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
#2403 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton School's ranking?
Stanton School is ranked #2403 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stanton School often compared to?
Stanton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Hollow Middle School, Barrington Middle School Station by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stanton School?
255 students attend Stanton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Stanton School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Stanton School?
Stanton School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stanton School offer ?
Stanton School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Stanton School part of?
Stanton School is part of Fox Lake Gsd 114 School District.
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