Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, 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 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stuart R Paddock School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stuart R Paddock School's student population of 610 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1953
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 0.69, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
25%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 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?
610 students attend Stuart R Paddock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Stuart R Paddock School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart R Paddock School?
Stuart R Paddock School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher 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-6
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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