Best Schools in Palos Park, Illinois
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Palos West Elementary School
Elementary · Palos Ccsd 118. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Palos South Middle School
Middle · Palos Ccsd 118. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$463,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$463,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Palos Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palos West Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Palos South Middle School | 8.2 / 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
- 8.3/10
- Median household income
- $126,220
- Median home value
- $463,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Palos Park compares
Median household income
$126k
154% of Illinois median
About Schools in Palos Park, Illinois
Palos Park, Illinois is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Palos Park 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 Palos Park is Palos West Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Palos Park is served by 1 school district: Palos CCSD 118. These districts collectively serve 2,116 students.
Palos Park's community shows 50% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $126,220. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 708 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 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 | Farm and Nature Discovery School
Private
20 students · Pre-K–1st | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 705 students · 6th–8th | 8.2 |
Schools in Palos Park
Palos Park, Illinois · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$126,220
Median Home Value
$463,100
Median Rent
$2,058/mo
Population
9,889
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Palos Park has a median household income of $126,220. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,100, with a median rent of $2,058/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. 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
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Palos Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Palos Park, Illinois?
Palos Park has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Palos Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Palos Park is 8.3 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 Palos Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Palos Park on MySchoolScout is Palos West Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Palos Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Palos Park on MySchoolScout is Palos West Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Palos Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Palos Park on MySchoolScout is Palos South Middle School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Palos Park, Illinois?
Palos Park is served by 1 school district: Palos Ccsd 118.
What is the education level in Palos Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Palos Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Palos Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Palos Park is approximately $126,220 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Palos Park, Illinois?
Yes, Palos Park has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palos Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palos Park is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palos 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.