Best Schools in Lemont, Illinois
9 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Lemont?
Use this page to compare every school in Lemont 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.
Lemont Twp High School
High · Lemont Twp Hsd 210. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
River Valley School
Elementary · Lemont-bromberek CSD 113a. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Old Quarry Middle Sch
Middle · Lemont-bromberek CSD 113a. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lemont for 2026 are Lemont Twp High School (9.0/10), River Valley School (7.5/10), and Old Quarry Middle Sch (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
9
5 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$466,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
5 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$466,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lemont
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lemont Twp High School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | River Valley School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Old Quarry Middle Sch | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Montessori School of Lemont | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | St Alphonsus/st Patrick School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Ss Cyril & Methodius School | 4.4 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $132,511
- Median home value
- $466,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lemont compares
Illinois rank
#206 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$133k
162% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Lemont, Illinois
Lemont, Illinois is home to 9 schools, including 5 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Lemont 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 Lemont is Lemont Twp High School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lemont is served by 2 school districts: Lemont-Bromberek CSD 113A, Lemont Twp HSD 210. These districts collectively serve 3,882 students.
Lemont's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $132,511. The poverty rate in the area is 3.0%.
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 | 578 students · 2nd–3rd | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 540 students · 4th–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 634 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Alphonsus/st Patrick School
Private
190 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.2 | ||
| 2 | Ss Cyril & Methodius School
Private
193 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.4 | ||
| 3 | 15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 825 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,305 students · 9th–12th | 9.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montessori School of Lemont
Private
95 students · Pre-K–9th | 6.2 |
Schools in Lemont
Lemont, Illinois · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$132,511
Median Home Value
$466,800
Median Rent
$1,046/mo
Population
24,255
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Community Profile
Lemont has a median household income of $132,511. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,800, with a median rent of $1,046/month. The local poverty rate of 3.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lemont, Illinois
How many schools are in Lemont, Illinois?
Lemont has 9 schools, including 5 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lemont, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lemont is 6.3 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 Lemont, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Lemont on MySchoolScout is Lemont Twp High School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lemont, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lemont on MySchoolScout is River Valley School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Lemont, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Lemont on MySchoolScout is Old Quarry Middle Sch with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Lemont, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Lemont on MySchoolScout is Lemont Twp High School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve Lemont, Illinois?
Lemont is served by 2 school districts: Lemont-bromberek CSD 113a, Lemont Twp Hsd 210.
What is the education level in Lemont, Illinois?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Lemont have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lemont, Illinois?
The median household income in Lemont is approximately $132,511 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lemont, Illinois?
Yes, Lemont has 4 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Montessori School of Lemont with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lemont, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lemont is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lemont, 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.