For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,413 students in 60464, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 154 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 60464, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60464, IL are Palos South Middle School and Palos West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60464 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60464, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60464, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palos South Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13100 S 82nd Ave
Palos Park, IL 60464
(708) 448-5971
Palos Park, IL 60464
(708) 448-5971
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Palos West Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12700 S 104th Ave
Palos Park, IL 60464
(708) 448-6888
Palos Park, IL 60464
(708) 448-6888
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60464, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60464, IL include Palos South Middle School and Palos West Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60464?
2 public schools are located in 60464.
What percentage of students in 60464 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 60464 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60464?
60464 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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