Best Schools in Hickory Hills, Illinois
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle
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H H Conrady JR High School
Middle · North Palos Sd 117. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Glen Oaks Elem School
Elementary · North Palos Sd 117. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$278,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$278,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +14.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hickory Hills schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hickory Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | H H Conrady JR High School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Glen Oaks Elem School | 8.9 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $85,360
- Median home value
- $278,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hickory Hills compares
Illinois rank
#94 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$85k
104% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
North Palos SD 117 runs Hickory Hills's public schools
3 public schools. North Palos SD 117 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hickory Hills is a North Palos SD 117 school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 8.9 to 9.3 — the spread is inside Hickory Hills, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Hickory Hills, Illinois
Hickory Hills, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Hickory Hills perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hickory Hills is H H Conrady JR High School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hickory Hills is served by 1 school district: North Palos SD 117. These districts collectively serve 3,325 students.
Hickory Hills's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,360. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 645 students · 2nd–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 2 | 464 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 185 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,013 students · 6th–8th | 9.3 |
Schools in Hickory Hills
Hickory Hills, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,360
Median Home Value
$278,000
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
14,674
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Community Profile
Hickory Hills has a median household income of $85,360. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $278,000, with a median rent of $1,112/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Hickory Hills, Illinois
How many schools are in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
Hickory Hills has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hickory Hills is 7.2 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 Hickory Hills, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Hickory Hills on MySchoolScout is H H Conrady JR High School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hickory Hills on MySchoolScout is Glen Oaks Elem School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Hickory Hills on MySchoolScout is H H Conrady JR High School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Hickory Hills, Illinois?
Hickory Hills is served by 1 school district: North Palos Sd 117.
What is the education level in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Hickory Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
The median household income in Hickory Hills is approximately $85,360 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
Yes, Hickory Hills has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Patricia Elementary School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hickory Hills is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hickory Hills, 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.