North Palos School District 117

The North Palos School District 117 is a high-performing school district in Illinois, serving 5 schools - 4 elementary schools and 1 middle school. The district is ranked 24th out of 813 districts in the state and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating exceptional academic performance across the board.

Two schools stand out in particular: H.H. Conrady Junior High School, which is ranked 24th out of 1,363 Illinois middle schools and boasts consistently high test scores, low chronic absenteeism, and high spending per student; and Glen Oaks Elementary School, which is ranked 48th out of 2,067 Illinois elementary schools and also demonstrates impressive academic achievement. The district's test scores significantly outpace state averages, with 78.2% of students proficient or better in ELA and 65.5% in Math, compared to 41.2% and 28.4% statewide, respectively.

While the district serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the data suggests the district is effectively supporting students from various socioeconomic backgrounds. The high spending per student, ranging from $15,236 to $19,012, may contribute to the strong academic performance across the district. However, the data also reveals some areas for potential improvement, such as addressing higher chronic absenteeism rates at the elementary schools compared to the middle school.