Best Schools in Elmwood Park, Illinois
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Elmwood Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Elmwood Park High School
High · Elmwood Park Cusd 401. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Elmwood Elem School
Elementary · Elmwood Park Cusd 401. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John Mills Elem School
Elementary · Elmwood Park Cusd 401. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Elmwood Park for 2026 are Elmwood Park High School (5.7/10), Elmwood Elem School (5.6/10), and John Mills Elem School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$315,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$315,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Elmwood Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmwood Park High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Elmwood Elem School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | John Mills Elem School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Elm Middle 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $82,746
- Median home value
- $315,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Elmwood Park compares
Illinois rank
#344 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$83k
101% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Elmwood Park, Illinois
Elmwood Park, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Elmwood 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 Elmwood Park is Elmwood Park High School with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Elmwood Park is served by 1 school district: Elmwood Park CUSD 401. These districts collectively serve 2,877 students.
Elmwood Park's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,746. The poverty rate in the area is 8.1%.
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 | 541 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 692 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 622 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,022 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Elmwood Park
Elmwood Park, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,746
Median Home Value
$315,300
Median Rent
$1,309/mo
Population
40,897
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Community Profile
Elmwood Park has a median household income of $82,746. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $315,300, with a median rent of $1,309/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Elmwood Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
Elmwood Park has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Elmwood Park is 5.3 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 Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Elmwood Park on MySchoolScout is Elmwood Park High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Elmwood Park on MySchoolScout is Elmwood Elem School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Elmwood Park on MySchoolScout is Elm Middle School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best high school in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Elmwood Park on MySchoolScout is Elmwood Park High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Elmwood Park, Illinois?
Elmwood Park is served by 1 school district: Elmwood Park Cusd 401.
What is the education level in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Elmwood Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Elmwood Park is approximately $82,746 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elmwood Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Elmwood Park is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Elmwood 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.