Matteson Esd 162 School District
School District · Richton Park, Illinois
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 3 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,449
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 3 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,449
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Evaluating Matteson Esd 162?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Matteson Esd 162 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Illinois School
Park Forest · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
O W Huth Middle School
Matteson · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Indiana Elem School
Park Forest · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#397 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,449
+$2,759 vs Illinois median
District size
2,379 students
Much larger than Illinois median
The short answer
Matteson Esd 162 ranks #397 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Matteson Esd 162's schools with real test data average 5.5/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Illinois School (7.0/10), O W Huth Middle School (6.7/10), and Indiana Elem School (6.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Matteson Esd 162
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Illinois School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | O W Huth Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Indiana Elem School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Sauk Elem School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Arcadia Elem School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Matteson Elem School | 3.5 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Matteson Esd 162
Matteson Esd 162 is a Richton Park, Illinois school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,379 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. The district invests $19,449 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.8/10, Matteson Esd 162 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Illinois School, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.
In standardized testing, Matteson Esd 162 students show an average math proficiency of 43.2% and ELA proficiency of 45.8%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 3 middle schools .
District Map
Schools in Matteson Esd 162, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Matteson Esd 162 with test data.
Schools in Matteson Esd 162
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 3
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Richton Park
- Total Enrollment
- 2,379
- Teachers (FTE)
- 188
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Matteson Esd 162?
Matteson Esd 162 has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 3 middle. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Matteson Esd 162?
The average composite rating for Matteson Esd 162 is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Matteson Esd 162?
Matteson Esd 162 spends $19,449 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Matteson Esd 162?
The average student-teacher ratio in Matteson Esd 162 is 12.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Matteson Esd 162?
Illinois School is the highest-rated school in Matteson Esd 162 with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What are the test scores in Matteson Esd 162?
Across schools in Matteson Esd 162 with test data, the average math proficiency is 43.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Matteson Esd 162 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Matteson Esd 162 has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 43.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.8%
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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.
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