Best Schools in South Holland, Illinois
12 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in South Holland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Thornwood High School
High · Thornton Twp Hsd 205. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Unity Christian Academy
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Madison School
Elementary · South Holland Sd 151. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in South Holland for 2026 are Thornwood High School (7.5/10), Unity Christian Academy (7.2/10), and Madison School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$200,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$200,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in South Holland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thornwood High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Unity Christian Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Madison School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Calvin Christian School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Calvary Academy | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Mckinley JR High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Eisenhower School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | New Beginnings Learning Academy | 4.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Mckinley Elem School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Greenwood Elem School | 2.6 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $88,046
- Median home value
- $200,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How South Holland compares
Illinois rank
#351 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$88k
107% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in South Holland, Illinois
South Holland, Illinois is home to 12 schools, including 7 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in South Holland 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 South Holland is Thornwood High School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Holland is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 9,094 students.
South Holland's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,046. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 297 students · 4th–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 2 | 295 students · 2nd–3rd | 4.9 | ||
| 3 | 317 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.7 | ||
| 4 | 169 students · 4th–5th | 4.3 | ||
| 5 | 351 students · Pre-K–3rd | 2.6 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Calvin Christian School
Private
199 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Calvary Academy
Private
280 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.4 | ||
| 3 | 10 students · Pre-K–4th | — | ||
| 4 | Laren Montessori School
Private
7 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,868 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 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 | Unity Christian Academy
Private
81 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 | ||
Schools in South Holland
South Holland, Illinois · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$88,046
Median Home Value
$200,000
Median Rent
$1,914/mo
Population
21,407
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
South Holland has a median household income of $88,046. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,000, with a median rent of $1,914/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in South Holland, Illinois
How many schools are in South Holland, Illinois?
South Holland has 12 schools, including 7 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in South Holland, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Holland is 5.3 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 South Holland, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in South Holland on MySchoolScout is Thornwood High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in South Holland, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in South Holland on MySchoolScout is Madison School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in South Holland, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in South Holland on MySchoolScout is Mckinley JR High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in South Holland, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in South Holland on MySchoolScout is Thornwood High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve South Holland, Illinois?
South Holland is served by 4 school districts: Dolton Sd 149, South Holland Sd 150, South Holland Sd 151, Thornton Twp Hsd 205.
What is the education level in South Holland, Illinois?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in South Holland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in South Holland, Illinois?
The median household income in South Holland is approximately $88,046 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in South Holland, Illinois?
Yes, South Holland has 5 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Unity Christian Academy with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Holland, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Holland is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Holland, 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.