Best Schools in Palestine, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
Choosing a school in Palestine?
Use this page to compare every school in Palestine by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Palestine High School
High · Palestine Cusd 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Palestine Grade School
Elementary · Palestine Cusd 3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$85,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$85,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Palestine
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palestine High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Palestine Grade School | 3.0 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $60,991
- Median home value
- $85,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Palestine compares
Median household income
$61k
74% of Illinois median
About Schools in Palestine, Illinois
Palestine, 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 4.8 out of 10, schools in Palestine 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 Palestine is Palestine High School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Palestine is served by 1 school district: Palestine CUSD 3. These districts collectively serve 345 students.
Palestine's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,991. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.
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 | 256 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Palestine
Palestine, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,991
Median Home Value
$85,500
Median Rent
$743/mo
Population
1,955
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Palestine has a median household income of $60,991. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,500, with a median rent of $743/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Illinois
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Palestine, Illinois
How many schools are in Palestine, Illinois?
Palestine has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Palestine, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Palestine is 4.8 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 Palestine, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Palestine on MySchoolScout is Palestine High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Palestine, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Palestine on MySchoolScout is Palestine Grade School with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best high school in Palestine, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Palestine on MySchoolScout is Palestine High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Palestine, Illinois?
Palestine is served by 1 school district: Palestine Cusd 3.
What is the education level in Palestine, Illinois?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Palestine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Palestine, Illinois?
The median household income in Palestine is approximately $60,991 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palestine, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palestine is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palestine, 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.