Best Schools in Villa Park, Illinois
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Villa Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ardmore Elem School
Elementary · Sd 45 Dupage County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Willowbrook High School
High · Dupage Hsd 88. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Islamic Foundation School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Villa Park for 2026 are Ardmore Elem School (8.1/10), Willowbrook High School (7.8/10), and Islamic Foundation School (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$294,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$294,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Villa Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ardmore Elem School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Willowbrook High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Islamic Foundation School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | John E Albright Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Jefferson Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Jackson Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 7 | North Elem School | 6.3 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $90,375
- Median home value
- $294,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Villa Park compares
Illinois rank
#97 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$90k
110% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Villa Park, Illinois
Villa Park, Illinois is home to 9 schools, including 7 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Villa 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 Villa Park is Ardmore Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Villa Park is served by 3 school districts: DuPage HSD 88, Salt Creek SD 48, SD 45 DuPage County. These districts collectively serve 7,534 students.
Villa Park's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,375. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 451 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 421 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 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 | Montessori Childrens Academy
Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 201 students · 5th–8th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 403 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 630 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,952 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 191 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — | ||
| 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 | Islamic Foundation School
Private
393 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.1 | ||
Schools in Villa Park
Villa Park, Illinois · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,375
Median Home Value
$294,700
Median Rent
$1,619/mo
Population
30,247
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Villa Park has a median household income of $90,375. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,700, with a median rent of $1,619/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Villa Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Villa Park, Illinois?
Villa Park has 9 schools, including 7 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Villa Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Villa Park is 7.0 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 Villa Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Ardmore Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Villa Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Ardmore Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Villa Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is John E Albright Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Villa Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Willowbrook High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Villa Park, Illinois?
Villa Park is served by 3 school districts: Dupage Hsd 88, Salt Creek Sd 48, Sd 45 Dupage County.
What is the education level in Villa Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Villa Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Villa Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Villa Park is approximately $90,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Villa Park, Illinois?
Yes, Villa Park has 2 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Islamic Foundation School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Villa Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Villa 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 Villa 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.