Summary:
The city of Palos Heights, Illinois is home to a diverse set of 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools are spread across 3 different school districts: Chsd 218, Palos CCSD 118, and Palos Heights School District 128.
Among the standout schools in Palos Heights is Palos East Elementary School, which ranks highly in the state with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and strong performance on standardized tests, with 73.6% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 59.4% in math, exceeding state averages. Another high-performing school is Independence Junior High School, which ranks in the top 10% of Illinois middle schools and had 87.4% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts.
While the Palos Heights schools generally outperform state averages, particularly in English Language Arts, there are some areas for improvement. The district as a whole has a high rate of chronic absenteeism, and math scores tend to lag behind the state, with only a few schools exceeding the state proficiency rates. Additionally, A.B. Shepard High School serves a relatively economically disadvantaged population, with 61.99% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, and the district should ensure equitable funding across all schools to provide a consistent educational experience.
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