Best Schools in Melrose Park, Illinois
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Melrose Park 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.
Stevenson Middle School
Middle · Maywood-melrose Park-broadview 89. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walther Christian Academy
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Melrose Park Elem School
Elementary · Maywood-melrose Park-broadview 89. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Melrose Park for 2026 are Stevenson Middle School (7.3/10), Walther Christian Academy (7.1/10), and Melrose Park Elem School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
10
6 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$252,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
10
6 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$252,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Melrose Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stevenson Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Walther Christian Academy | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Melrose Park Elem School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Scott Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Mannheim Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Grant Elem School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Joseph Academy-melrose Park | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Jane Addams Elem School | 3.7 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $70,612
- Median home value
- $252,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Melrose Park compares
Illinois rank
#271 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
86% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Melrose Park, Illinois
Melrose Park, Illinois is home to 10 schools, including 6 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Melrose 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 Melrose Park is Stevenson Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Melrose Park is served by 3 school districts: Bellwood SD 88, Mannheim SD 83, Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89. These districts collectively serve 8,515 students.
Melrose Park's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,612. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 634 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | 399 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 309 students · 1st–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 4 | 441 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.7 | ||
| 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 | Alpha and Omega Learning Center
Private
3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 633 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 800 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walther Christian Academy
Private
268 students · 6th–12th | 7.1 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joseph Academy-melrose Park
Private
60 students · 4th–12th | 4.7 |
| 2 | Joseph Academy
Private
28 students · 4th–12th | — |
Schools in Melrose Park
Melrose Park, Illinois · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$70,612
Median Home Value
$252,700
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
45,761
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Melrose Park has a median household income of $70,612. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $252,700, with a median rent of $1,169/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Melrose Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Melrose Park, Illinois?
Melrose Park has 10 schools, including 6 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Melrose Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Melrose Park is 5.8 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 Melrose Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Melrose Park on MySchoolScout is Stevenson Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Melrose Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Melrose Park on MySchoolScout is Melrose Park Elem School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Melrose Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Melrose Park on MySchoolScout is Stevenson Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Melrose Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Melrose Park on MySchoolScout is Walther Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Melrose Park, Illinois?
Melrose Park is served by 3 school districts: Bellwood Sd 88, Mannheim Sd 83, Maywood-melrose Park-broadview 89.
What is the education level in Melrose Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Melrose Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Melrose Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Melrose Park is approximately $70,612 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Melrose Park, Illinois?
Yes, Melrose Park has 4 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Walther Christian Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Melrose Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Melrose Park is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Melrose 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.