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Best Public Elementary Schools in 60463 (Palos Heights, IL) (2026)
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Best 60463 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,352 students in 60463, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60463, IL are Palos East Elementary School, Navajo Heights Elementary School and Independence Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60463 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60463, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60463, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palos East Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7700 W 127th St
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-1084
Gr: K-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Navajo Heights Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12401 S Oak Park Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 385-3269
Gr: 4-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Independence Jr High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6610 W Highland Dr
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 448-0737
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Chippewa Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12425 S Austin Ave
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(708) 388-7260
Gr: 1-3 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60463, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60463, IL include Palos East Elementary School, Navajo Heights Elementary School and Independence Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60463?
4 public elementary schools are located in 60463.
What is the racial composition of students in 60463?
60463 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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