Excellent
#289 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 8% in state
Palatine High School
High School · Township HSD 211
1111 N Rohlwing Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
Enrollment
2,562
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,562
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#289 of 3,813
In Palatine
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Township HSD 211
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Palatine High School
Palatine High School is a public high school in Palatine, IL, part of Township HSD 211. Palatine High School serves approximately 2,562 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Palatine High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Palatine High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Palatine High School is a large school: 2,562 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
34% of students at Palatine High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Palatine High School — Students at Palatine High School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Palatine High School Compares
See how Palatine High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1111 N Rohlwing Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palatine High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Buffalo Grove High School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEWHOPE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palatine, see our Palatine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Lake Elem School Palatine | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Palatine | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Palatine | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LEARNING LOFT INC. Palatine | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lake Louise Elem School Palatine | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Winston Campus Jr High Palatine | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Winston Campus Elementary Palatine | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| QUEST ACADEMY Palatine | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| LONG GROVE COUNTRY SCHOOL Long Grove | 1.8 mi | — |
| Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Walter R Sundling Jr High Sch Palatine | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS Arlington Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Palatine | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Patton Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Edgar A Poe Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Stuart R Paddock School Palatine | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| NEWHOPE ACADEMY Arlington Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,911
Median Home Value
$307,800
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
Population
36,296
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lincoln-Way Central High School New Lenox, IL | 8.6 |
| St Charles East High School Saint Charles, IL | 8.6 |
| Niles North High School Skokie, IL | 8.7 |
| Niles West High School Skokie, IL | 8.7 |
| St Charles North High School Saint Charles, IL | 8.5 |
| Waubonsie Valley High School Aurora, IL | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palatine High School
What grades does Palatine High School serve?
Palatine High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palatine High School?
Palatine High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palatine High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palatine High School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palatine High School rank in IL?
Palatine High School ranks #289 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Palatine High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palatine High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Palatine High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palatine High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Palatine High School a charter school?
No, Palatine High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palatine High School a Title I school?
No, Palatine High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palatine High School?
61.4% of students at Palatine High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 185
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (847) 755-1610
Resources & Links
District
Township HSD 211- District Enrollment
- 12,267
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,471
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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