Best Schools in Harvey, Illinois
11 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Harvey by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Thornton Township High School
High · Thornton Twp Hsd 205. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chilren's Habilitation Center
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Holmes Elem School
Elementary · Harvey Sd 152. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Harvey for 2026 are Thornton Township High School (7.3/10), Chilren's Habilitation Center (6.7/10), and Holmes Elem School (4.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
11
8 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$88,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
11
8 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$88,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Harvey
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thornton Township High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Chilren's Habilitation Center | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Holmes Elem School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Brooks Middle School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Maya Angelou Elem Sch | 4.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Bryant Elem School | 3.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Whittier Elem School | 3.6 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $40,995
- Median home value
- $88,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
11% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Harvey compares
Illinois rank
#385 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$41k
50% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Harvey, Illinois
Harvey, Illinois is home to 11 schools, including 8 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Harvey 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 Harvey is Thornton Township High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harvey is served by 3 school districts: Harvey SD 152, South Holland SD 151, Thornton Twp HSD 205. These districts collectively serve 7,485 students.
Harvey's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,995. The poverty rate in the area is 23.8%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 337 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | 209 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.3 | ||
| 3 | 234 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 4 | 305 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.6 | ||
| 5 | 212 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Fidley De Fidley Do Academy
Private
8 students · Pre-K–3rd | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 452 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,645 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Standberry Christian Academy
Private
5 students · 12th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 132 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Chilren's Habilitation Center
Private
31 students · Pre-K–11th | 6.7 | ||
Schools in Harvey
Harvey, Illinois · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$40,995
Median Home Value
$88,500
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
23,066
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Community Profile
Harvey has a median household income of $40,995. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $88,500, with a median rent of $987/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Harvey, Illinois
How many schools are in Harvey, Illinois?
Harvey has 11 schools, including 8 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harvey, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harvey is 5.0 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 Harvey, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Harvey on MySchoolScout is Thornton Township High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Harvey, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Harvey on MySchoolScout is Holmes Elem School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Harvey, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Harvey on MySchoolScout is Brooks Middle School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Harvey, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Harvey on MySchoolScout is Thornton Township High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Harvey, Illinois?
Harvey is served by 3 school districts: Harvey Sd 152, South Holland Sd 151, Thornton Twp Hsd 205.
What is the education level in Harvey, Illinois?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Harvey have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harvey, Illinois?
The median household income in Harvey is approximately $40,995 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Harvey, Illinois?
Yes, Harvey has 3 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Chilren's Habilitation Center with a score of 6.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harvey, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harvey is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harvey, 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.