Palos East Elementary School

7700 W 127th St
Palos Heights, IL 60463
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palos East Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 705 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Palos East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Palos East Elementary School's student population of 705 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Palos East 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 East Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#351 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
49%
27%
53%
30%
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palos East Elementary School's ranking?
Palos East Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Palos East Elementary School?
705 students attend Palos East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Palos East Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palos East Elementary School?
Palos East Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palos East Elementary School offer ?
Palos East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Palos East Elementary School part of?
Palos East Elementary School is part of Palos CCSD 118 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 705 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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