Serving 663 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frank C Whiteley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School's student population of 663 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank C Whiteley Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank C Whiteley Elementary School's ranking?
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School is ranked #417 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Frank C Whiteley Elementary School?
663 students attend Frank C Whiteley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Frank C Whiteley Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank C Whiteley Elementary School?
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frank C Whiteley Elementary School offer ?
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Frank C Whiteley Elementary School part of?
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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