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Indian Hill
Elementary School · Palos Heights SD 128
12800 S Austin Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
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Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,184 of 3,813
In Palos Heights
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Palos Heights SD 128
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Indian Hill
Elementary School in Palos Heights · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Indian Hill
Indian Hill is a public elementary school in Palos Heights, IL, part of Palos Heights SD 128. Indian Hill serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,184 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Indian Hill 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.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Indian Hill Compares
See how Indian Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12800 S Austin Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indian Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palos East Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Navajo Heights Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chippewa Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palos Heights, see our Palos Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chippewa Elem School Palos Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| A B Shepard High Sch (Campus) Palos Heights | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ELIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crestwood | 0.4 mi | — |
| SANDBOX LEARNING CENTER Palos Heights | 0.5 mi | — |
| Independence Jr High School Palos Heights | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Nathan Hale Primary School Crestwood | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Navajo Heights Elem School Palos Heights | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Nathan Hale Intermediate Crestwood | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Nathan Hale Middle School Crestwood | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| CHICAGO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Palos Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ALEXANDER SCHOOL Palos Heights | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| TRUSTING HEARTS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Palos Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hazelgreen Elem School Alsip | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Worth Elem School Worth | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Lane Elem School Alsip | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Elden D Finley Jr High School Chicago Ridge | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Ridge Central Elem School Chicago Ridge | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| District 126 Early Childhood Ctr Alsip | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Worth Jr High School Worth | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Palos East Elementary School Palos Heights | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60463 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,389
Median Home Value
$343,700
Median Rent
$2,119/mo
Population
13,359
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATA SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| CHICAGO WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| Carlock Elem School Carlock, IL | 5.9 |
| Daniel Burnham Elem School Cicero, IL | 5.9 |
| Henderson Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| Lorenzo R Smith Elem School Pembroke Township, IL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indian Hill
What grades does Indian Hill serve?
Indian Hill serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Indian Hill?
Indian Hill has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Indian Hill is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Indian Hill rank in IL?
Indian Hill ranks #2,184 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Indian Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Indian Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Indian Hill a charter school?
No, Indian Hill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indian Hill a Title I school?
No, Indian Hill is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (708) 597-1285
Resources & Links
District
Palos Heights SD 128- District Enrollment
- 791
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,650
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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