Very Good
#886 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 23% in state
Winston Campus Elementary
Elementary School · Palatine CCSD 15
900 E Palatine Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#886 of 3,813
In Palatine
#6 of 14
public schools
In district
#8 of 19
Palatine CCSD 15
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Winston Campus Elementary
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About Winston Campus Elementary
Winston Campus Elementary is a public elementary school in Palatine, IL, part of Palatine CCSD 15. Winston Campus Elementary serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Winston Campus Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #886 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Winston Campus Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Winston Campus Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Winston Campus Elementary — Students at Winston Campus Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.1%
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: 6.3/10.
How Winston Campus Elementary Compares
See how Winston Campus Elementary 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
900 E Palatine Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winston Campus Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenbrier Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEST ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pleasant Hill Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palatine, see our Palatine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winston Campus Jr High Palatine | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Palatine | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Louise Elem School Palatine | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| LEARNING LOFT INC. Palatine | 0.9 mi | — |
| Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Virginia Lake Elem School Palatine | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Palatine High School Palatine | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| QUEST ACADEMY Palatine | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Palatine | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Palatine | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Patton Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Stuart R Paddock School Palatine | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Kimball Hill Elem School Rolling Meadows | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Walter R Sundling Jr High Sch Palatine | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Palatine | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Plum Grove Jr High School Rolling Meadows | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Jr High School Rolling Meadows | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Edgar A Poe Elem School Arlington Heights | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr - Sandra Cisneros Elem Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
| Arbor Elementary School Oak Forest, IL | 7.5 |
| Armour Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
| Bernard Long Elem Sch Madison, IL | 7.5 |
| Chester-East Lincoln Elem School Lincoln, IL | 7.5 |
| Chillicothe Elementary Center Chillicothe, IL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winston Campus Elementary
What grades does Winston Campus Elementary serve?
Winston Campus Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Winston Campus Elementary?
Winston Campus Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston Campus Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winston Campus Elementary is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winston Campus Elementary rank in IL?
Winston Campus Elementary ranks #886 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Winston Campus Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winston Campus Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Winston Campus Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winston Campus Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Winston Campus Elementary a charter school?
No, Winston Campus Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winston Campus Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winston Campus Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winston Campus Elementary?
33.1% of students at Winston Campus Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (847) 963-7500
Resources & Links
District
Palatine CCSD 15- District Enrollment
- 11,184
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,671
- District Rank
- #8 of 19
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