Very Good
#658 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 17% in state
Paxton-buckley-loda High School
High School · Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUD 10
700 Panther Way, Paxton, IL 60957
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#658 of 3,813
In Paxton
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUD 10
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Paxton-buckley-loda High School
High School in Paxton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Paxton-buckley-loda High School
Paxton-buckley-loda High School is a public high school in Paxton, IL, part of Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUD 10. Paxton-buckley-loda High School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Paxton-buckley-loda High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #658 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Paxton-buckley-loda High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Paxton-buckley-loda 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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Paxton-buckley-loda High School — Students at Paxton-buckley-loda High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
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: 9.1/10.
How Paxton-buckley-loda High School Compares
See how Paxton-buckley-loda 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
700 Panther Way, Paxton, IL 60957
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paxton-buckley-loda High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cissna Park Sr High School (rated 6.4/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Cissna Park), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rantoul Twp High School (rated 5.4/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Rantoul), a more accessible option. For more schools in Paxton, see our Paxton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow | 5.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul | 10.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Buckley | 10.1 mi | — |
| Northview Elem School Rantoul | 10.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Pleasant Acres Elem School Rantoul | 10.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Rantoul | 10.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buckley | 10.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Rantoul Twp High School Rantoul | 10.8 mi | 5.4 |
| J W Eater Jr High School Rantoul | 11.0 mi | 4.2 |
| HERITAGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Roberts | 11.0 mi | — |
| Broadmeadow Elem School Rantoul | 11.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Thawville Thawville | 14.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro | 15.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Thomasboro Grade School Thomasboro | 15.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Cissna Park Sr High School Cissna Park | 13.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Cissna Park Elementary School Cissna Park | 13.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Cissna Park Jr High School Cissna Park | 13.6 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60957 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,741
Median Home Value
$122,200
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
5,620
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
39.5
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| IC CATHOLIC PREP Elmhurst, IL | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paxton-buckley-loda High School
What grades does Paxton-buckley-loda High School serve?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paxton-buckley-loda High School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paxton-buckley-loda High School rank in IL?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School ranks #658 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Paxton-buckley-loda High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paxton-buckley-loda High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Paxton-buckley-loda High School a charter school?
No, Paxton-buckley-loda High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paxton-buckley-loda High School a Title I school?
No, Paxton-buckley-loda High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
45.7% of students at Paxton-buckley-loda 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Ford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (217) 379-4331
Resources & Links
District
Paxton-Buckley-Loda CUD 10- District Enrollment
- 1,238
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,637
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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