Best Schools in Calumet Park, Illinois
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Calumet Elem School
Middle · Calumet Public Sd 132. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Burr Oak Elem School
Elementary · Calumet Public Sd 132. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$123,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$123,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Calumet Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calumet Elem School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Burr Oak Elem School | 4.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $37,648
- Median home value
- $123,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 41%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Calumet Park compares
Illinois rank
#338 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$38k
46% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Calumet Park, Illinois
Calumet Park, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Calumet Park show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Calumet Park is Burr Oak Academy with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Calumet Park is served by 1 school district: Calumet Public SD 132. These districts collectively serve 908 students.
Calumet Park's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $37,648. The poverty rate in the area is 34.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.8 |
| 2 | 294 students · 3rd–5th | 4.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 289 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
Schools in Calumet Park
Calumet Park, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$37,648
Median Home Value
$123,800
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
24,887
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Community Profile
Calumet Park has a median household income of $37,648. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,800, with a median rent of $1,044/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Calumet Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Calumet Park, Illinois?
Calumet Park has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Calumet Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Calumet Park is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Calumet Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Calumet Park on MySchoolScout is Calumet Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Calumet Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Calumet Park on MySchoolScout is Burr Oak Elem School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Calumet Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Calumet Park on MySchoolScout is Calumet Elem School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Calumet Park, Illinois?
Calumet Park is served by 1 school district: Calumet Public Sd 132.
What is the education level in Calumet Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Calumet Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Calumet Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Calumet Park is approximately $37,648 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Calumet Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Calumet Park is 22.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Calumet Park, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.