For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,451 students in 60463, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 967 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 60463, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60463, IL are Palos East Elementary School, Navajo Heights Elementary School and Independence Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60463 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60463, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60463, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palos East Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7700 W 127th St
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-1084
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-1084
Gr: K-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Navajo Heights Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12401 S Oak Park Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 385-3269
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 385-3269
Gr: 4-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Independence Jr High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6610 W Highland Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-0737
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-0737
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Chippewa Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12425 S Austin Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 388-7260
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 388-7260
Gr: 1-3 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
A B Shepard High School (Campus)
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13049 S Ridgeland Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 371-1111
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 371-1111
Gr: 9-12 | 1,916 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
12800 S Austin Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 597-1285
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 597-1285
Gr: PK-K | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60463, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60463, IL include Palos East Elementary School, Navajo Heights Elementary School and Independence Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 60463?
6 public schools are located in 60463.
What percentage of students in 60463 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 60463 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60463?
60463 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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