Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stuart R Paddock School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stuart R Paddock School serves the north part of Palatine, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stuart R Paddock School's student population of 348 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Stuart R Paddock School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stuart R Paddock School is 0.60, 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
#1214 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart R Paddock School's ranking?
Stuart R Paddock School is ranked #1214 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stuart R Paddock School often compared to?
Stuart R Paddock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Marion Jordan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stuart R Paddock School?
348 students attend Stuart R Paddock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Stuart R Paddock School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart R Paddock School?
Stuart R Paddock School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stuart R Paddock School offer ?
Stuart R Paddock School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stuart R Paddock School part of?
Stuart R Paddock School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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