Best Schools in Markham, Illinois
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Markham by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Markham Park Elem School
Elementary · Prairie-hills Esd 144. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Prairie-hills Junior High School
Middle · Prairie-hills Esd 144. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Barack H Obama Learning Academy
Elementary · Hazel Crest Sd 152-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Markham for 2026 are Markham Park Elem School (6.2/10), Prairie-hills Junior High School (5.2/10), and Barack H Obama Learning Academy (3.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$118,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$118,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Markham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Markham Park Elem School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Prairie-hills Junior High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Barack H Obama Learning Academy | 3.9 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $53,059
- Median home value
- $118,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Markham compares
Illinois rank
#321 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$53k
65% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Markham, Illinois
Markham, Illinois is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Markham 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 Markham is Prairie-hills Steam Academy with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Markham is served by 2 school districts: Hazel Crest SD 152-5, Prairie-Hills ESD 144. These districts collectively serve 3,417 students.
Markham's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,059. The poverty rate in the area is 19.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 105 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.5 | ||
| 2 | 290 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 443 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.9 | ||
| 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 | Phenomenal Kids Academey Inc
Private
3 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 820 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Markham
Markham, Illinois · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,059
Median Home Value
$118,900
Median Rent
$1,686/mo
Population
10,980
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Community Profile
Markham has a median household income of $53,059. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,900, with a median rent of $1,686/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. 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
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Markham, Illinois
How many schools are in Markham, Illinois?
Markham has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Markham, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Markham 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 Markham, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Markham on MySchoolScout is Markham Park Elem School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Markham, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Markham on MySchoolScout is Markham Park Elem School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Markham, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Markham on MySchoolScout is Prairie-hills Junior High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Markham, Illinois?
Markham is served by 2 school districts: Hazel Crest Sd 152-5, Prairie-hills Esd 144.
What is the education level in Markham, Illinois?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Markham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Markham, Illinois?
The median household income in Markham is approximately $53,059 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Markham, Illinois?
Yes, Markham has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Markham, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Markham is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Markham, 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.