Serving 2,562 students in grades 9-12, Palatine High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palatine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Palatine High School's student population of 2,562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 186 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
186 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palatine High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palatine High School is 0.63, 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
#1367 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
51%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palatine High School's ranking?
Palatine High School is ranked #1367 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Palatine High School often compared to?
Palatine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wm Fremd High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palatine High School?
The graduation rate of Palatine High School is 88%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palatine High School?
2,562 students attend Palatine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Palatine High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palatine High School?
Palatine High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palatine High School offer ?
Palatine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palatine High School part of?
Palatine High School is part of Township HSD 211 School District.
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