Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palos West Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Palos West Elementary School serves a central area in Palos Park, IL, covering approximately 14.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palos West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palos West Elementary School's student population of 700 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palos West Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palos West Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palos West Elementary School's ranking?
Palos West Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Palos West Elementary School often compared to?
Palos West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernway Park Elementary School, Indian Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Palos West Elementary School?
700 students attend Palos West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Palos West Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palos West Elementary School?
Palos West Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palos West Elementary School offer ?
Palos West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palos West Elementary School part of?
Palos West Elementary School is part of Palos CCSD 118 School District.
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