Best Schools in Tinley Park, Illinois
16 schools · 9 Elementary · 4 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Tinley Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Virgil I Grissom Middle School
Middle · Kirby Sd 140. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
John a Bannes Elem School
Elementary · Kirby Sd 140. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Prairie View Middle School
Middle · Kirby Sd 140. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tinley Park for 2026 are Virgil I Grissom Middle School (9.1/10), John a Bannes Elem School (9.0/10), and Prairie View Middle School (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
16
12 public · 4 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$301,000
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
16
12 public · 4 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$301,000
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +21.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Tinley Park schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Tinley Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virgil I Grissom Middle School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | John a Bannes Elem School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Prairie View Middle School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Walker Intermediate School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Memorial Elem School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Central Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Bert H Fulton School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Tinley Park High School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Millennium Elem School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Helen Keller Elem School | 5.4 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $115,644
- Median home value
- $301,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tinley Park compares
Illinois rank
#103 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$116k
141% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
16
Tinley Park's public schools split across 5 districts
No single ISD owns Tinley Park. The public campuses divide among 5 districts.
The largest shares: Kirby SD 140 (6), Ccsd 146 (3), Arbor Park SD 145 (1).
Among 11 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.2 to 9.1 — the spread is inside Tinley Park, not a citywide average.
- Kirby SD 1406 public · 50%
- Ccsd 1463 public · 25%
- Arbor Park SD 1451 public · 8%
- Bremen Chsd 2281 public · 8%
- Summit Hill SD 1611 public · 8%
About Schools in Tinley Park, Illinois
Tinley Park, Illinois is home to 16 schools, including 12 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Tinley Park perform strongly 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 Tinley Park is Virgil I Grissom Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tinley Park is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 14,406 students.
Tinley Park's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $115,644. The poverty rate in the area is 5.2%.
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 | 440 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 297 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | 181 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.4 | ||
| 4 | 399 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 5 | 499 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 6 | 405 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 7 | 546 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St George SchoolPrivate 128 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Trinity Lutheran SchoolPrivate 201 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 578 students · 6th–8th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 599 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
| 3 | 527 students · 5th–6th | 8.3 |
| 4 | 754 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,062 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 91 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 39 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Tinley Park
Tinley Park, Illinois · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$115,644
Median Home Value
$301,000
Median Rent
$1,457/mo
Population
62,274
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Community Profile
Tinley Park has a median household income of $115,644. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $301,000, with a median rent of $1,457/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Tinley Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Tinley Park, Illinois?
Tinley Park has 16 schools, including 12 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tinley Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tinley Park is 7.1 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 Tinley Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Tinley Park on MySchoolScout is Virgil I Grissom Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tinley Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tinley Park on MySchoolScout is John a Bannes Elem School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Tinley Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Tinley Park on MySchoolScout is Virgil I Grissom Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Tinley Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Tinley Park on MySchoolScout is Tinley Park High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Tinley Park, Illinois?
Tinley Park is served by 5 school districts: Arbor Park Sd 145, Bremen Chsd 228, Kirby Sd 140, Summit Hill Sd 161, Ccsd 146.
What is the education level in Tinley Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Tinley Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tinley Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Tinley Park is approximately $115,644 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Tinley Park, Illinois?
Yes, Tinley Park has 4 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is St George School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tinley Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tinley Park is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tinley 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.