For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,277 students in University Park, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 148 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in University Park, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in University Park, IL are Coretta Scott King Magnet School and Crete-monee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
University Park, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in University Park have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in University Park, IL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coretta Scott King Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1009 Blackhawk Dr
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-4700
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-4700
Grades: K-5
| 271 students
Rank: #22.
Crete-monee Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
635 Olmstead Ln
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-2400
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-2400
Grades: 6-8
| 1,006 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in University Park, IL?
The top ranked public schools in University Park, IL include Coretta Scott King Magnet School and Crete-monee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in University Park, IL?
2 public schools are located in University Park, IL.
What percentage of students in University Park, IL go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in University Park, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in University Park, IL?
University Park, IL public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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