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Farm and Nature Discovery School
Elementary School
12700 SW HWY, Palos Park, IL 60464
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Farm and Nature Discovery School
Elementary School in Palos Park · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Farm and Nature Discovery School
Farm and Nature Discovery School is a private elementary school in Palos Park, IL. Farm and Nature Discovery School serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Farm and Nature Discovery School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Farm and Nature Discovery School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
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Student Demographics
All Schools in Palos Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Farm and Nature Discovery School (this school) | — |
| Palos South Middle School | 8.2 |
| Palos West Elementary School | 8.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 12700 SW HWY, Palos Park, IL 60464
- Phone
- (708) 361-8933
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in IL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12700 SW HWY, Palos Park, IL 60464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farm and Nature Discovery School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Palos Hills). Another option is Palos West Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, Palos East Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Palos Heights). For more schools in Palos Park, see our Palos Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Sandburg High School Orland Park | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Palos South Middle School Palos Park | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Prairie Elem School Orland Park | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Palos East Elementary School Palos Heights | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Amos Alonzo Stagg High School Palos Hills | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Palos West Elementary School Palos Park | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Orland Park Elem School Orland Park | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Orland Park | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| KORAES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palos Hills | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Jerling Junior High School Orland Park | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TRUSTING HEARTS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Palos Heights | 2.3 mi | — |
| Oak Ridge Elem School Palos Hills | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| High Point Elem School Orland Park | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Orland Center School Orland Park | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Liberty Elem School Orland Park | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Orland Jr High School Orland Park | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST ALEXANDER SCHOOL Palos Heights | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Worthwoods Elem School Worth | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School Palos Hills | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE Palos Hills | 3.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,220
Median Home Value
$463,100
Median Rent
$2,058/mo
Population
9,889
College Educated
50.3%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
55.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farm and Nature Discovery School
What grades does Farm and Nature Discovery School serve?
Farm and Nature Discovery School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Farm and Nature Discovery School?
Farm and Nature Discovery School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farm and Nature Discovery School?
The student-teacher ratio at Farm and Nature Discovery School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Farm and Nature Discovery School a private school?
Yes, Farm and Nature Discovery School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Farm and Nature Discovery School a religious school?
Farm and Nature Discovery School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 361-8933
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