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Best Schools in Palos Heights, Illinois

Compare 6 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

6
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
3,451
Total Students
Across Palos Heights
13.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
6 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score47%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,916 students at A B Shepard High Sch (Campus).
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Independence Jr High School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
6610 W Highland Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463
3.2
Rating
Students
236
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
0%
Navajo Heights Elem School
publicelementaryGrade 4-5
12401 S Oak Park Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
2.9
Rating
Students
174
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
0%
Palos East Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
7700 W 127Th St, Palos Heights, IL 60463
2.7
Rating
Students
705
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
0%
Chippewa Elem School
publicelementaryGrade 1-3
12425 S Austin Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
1.9
Rating
Students
237
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
0%
A B Shepard High Sch (Campus)
publichighGrade 9-12
13049 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
1.1
Rating
Students
1,916
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Indian Hill
publicelementaryPK-K
12800 S Austin Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
0
Rating
Students
183
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Palos Heights

Palos Heights, Illinois is home to 6 schools serving over 3,451 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Palos Heights, Illinois?

There are 6 schools in Palos Heights, serving 3,451 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Palos Heights?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Palos Heights include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Palos Heights?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Palos Heights is 13.2:1.

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