Serving 374 students in grades 9-12, Paxton-buckley-loda High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxton-buckley-loda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Paxton-buckley-loda High School's student population of 374 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paxton-buckley-loda High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paxton-buckley-loda High School is 0.29, 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
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paxton-buckley-loda High School's ranking?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
The graduation rate of Paxton-buckley-loda High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
374 students attend Paxton-buckley-loda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Paxton-buckley-loda High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxton-buckley-loda High School?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxton-buckley-loda High School offer ?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paxton-buckley-loda High School part of?
Paxton-buckley-loda High School is part of Paxton-Buckley-Loda Cud 10 School District.
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