Best Schools in Olympia Fields, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Olympia Fields by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Arcadia Elem School
Elementary · Matteson Esd 162. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rich Township High School
High · Rich Twp Hsd 227. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$289,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$289,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Olympia Fields schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Olympia Fields
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arcadia Elem School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Rich Township High School | 4.9 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $108,203
- Median home value
- $289,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 40 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Olympia Fields compares
Median household income
$108k
132% of Illinois median
Olympia Fields's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Olympia Fields. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Matteson Esd 162 (1), Rich Twp Hsd 227 (1).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.9 to 6.0 — the spread is inside Olympia Fields, not a citywide average.
- Matteson Esd 1621 public · 50%
- Rich Twp Hsd 2271 public · 50%
About Schools in Olympia Fields, Illinois
Olympia Fields, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Olympia Fields show moderate performance 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 Olympia Fields is Arcadia Elem School with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Olympia Fields is served by 2 school districts: Matteson ESD 162, Rich Twp HSD 227. These districts collectively serve 4,775 students.
Olympia Fields's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,203. The poverty rate in the area is 12.6%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 532 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,396 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Olympia Fields
Olympia Fields, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$108,203
Median Home Value
$289,000
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
4,678
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
40 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Community Profile
Olympia Fields has a median household income of $108,203. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $289,000, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Olympia Fields, Illinois
How many schools are in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
Olympia Fields has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Olympia Fields is 5.5 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 Olympia Fields, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Olympia Fields on MySchoolScout is Arcadia Elem School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Olympia Fields on MySchoolScout is Arcadia Elem School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Olympia Fields on MySchoolScout is Rich Township High School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Olympia Fields, Illinois?
Olympia Fields is served by 2 school districts: Matteson Esd 162, Rich Twp Hsd 227.
What is the education level in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Olympia Fields have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
The median household income in Olympia Fields is approximately $108,203 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Olympia Fields, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Olympia Fields 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 Olympia Fields, 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.