Best Schools in Morton Grove, Illinois
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Morton Grove 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.
Park View Elem School
Elementary · Morton Grove Sd 70. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Golf Middle School
Middle · Golf Esd 67. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Melzer School
Elementary · East Maine Sd 63. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Morton Grove for 2026 are Park View Elem School (7.9/10), Golf Middle School (7.8/10), and Melzer School (7.7/10), 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
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$377,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$377,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Morton Grove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park View Elem School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Golf Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Melzer School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Hynes Elem School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Mcc Academy College Prep | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Thomas Edison Elem School | 6.3 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $106,078
- Median home value
- $377,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
71% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Morton Grove compares
Illinois rank
#77 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.1
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$106k
129% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Morton Grove, Illinois
Morton Grove, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 5 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Morton Grove perform strongly 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 Morton Grove is Park View Elem School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Morton Grove is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 7,022 students.
Morton Grove's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $106,078. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
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 | 899 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 402 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | 332 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.6 | ||
| 4 | 639 students · 3rd–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 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 | 70 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 327 students · 5th–8th | 7.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mcc Academy College Prep
Private
263 students · 3rd–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Morton Grove
Morton Grove, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$106,078
Median Home Value
$377,000
Median Rent
$2,210/mo
Population
24,687
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Morton Grove has a median household income of $106,078. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $377,000, with a median rent of $2,210/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% 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
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Morton Grove, Illinois
How many schools are in Morton Grove, Illinois?
Morton Grove has 7 schools, including 5 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Morton Grove, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Morton Grove is 7.3 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 Morton Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Morton Grove on MySchoolScout is Park View Elem School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Morton Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Morton Grove on MySchoolScout is Park View Elem School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Morton Grove, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Morton Grove on MySchoolScout is Golf Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Morton Grove, Illinois?
Morton Grove is served by 4 school districts: East Maine Sd 63, Golf Esd 67, Morton Grove Sd 70, Skokie Sd 69.
What is the education level in Morton Grove, Illinois?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Morton Grove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Morton Grove, Illinois?
The median household income in Morton Grove is approximately $106,078 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Morton Grove, Illinois?
Yes, Morton Grove has 2 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mcc Academy College Prep with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Morton Grove, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Morton Grove is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Morton Grove, 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.