For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,949 students in Olympia Fields, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Olympia Fields, IL are Arcadia Elementary School and Rich Township High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Olympia Fields, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Olympia Fields have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Olympia Fields, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arcadia Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20519 Arcadian Dr
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 747-3535
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 747-3535
Gr: K-4 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Rich Township High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3600 W 203rd St
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 679-5600
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 679-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Olympia Fields, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Olympia Fields, IL include Arcadia Elementary School and Rich Township High School.
How many public schools are located in Olympia Fields?
2 public schools are located in Olympia Fields.
What is the racial composition of students in Olympia Fields?
Olympia Fields public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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