Stockton Elem School

Stockton Elementary serves 223 students in grades PK through 5 in Stockton, Illinois. At 13.9 students per teacher, class sizes stay small — giving each child consistent direct attention across the primary grades. The performance data is exceptional by any measure.

Stockton Elementary earns a composite score of 9.4/10, labeled Exceptional, with an academic score of 9.5 and a growth score of 9.6. Growth is the standout: the 9.6 signals students here are gaining ground faster than peers at nearly all comparable schools statewide. The school ranks #49 out of 3,813 public schools in Illinois, outperforming 99% of the state.

Among elementary schools specifically, that rank climbs to #46 out of 2,326 — placing it in the top 2% of Illinois elementary schools. In Stockton itself, this is the top-ranked school. Families weighing elementary options will find a school where small class sizes and strong instructional outcomes reinforce each other.

The growth score in particular signals that students don't just arrive performing well — they continue gaining ground year over year. For families who want documented academic momentum backed by statewide data, the case here is direct and concrete.

Located in a rural area, Stockton Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.