For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,259 students in University Park, IL (there are , serving 93 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in University Park, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in University Park, IL are Coretta Scott King Magnet School and Crete-monee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
University Park, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in University Park have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in University Park, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coretta Scott King Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1009 Blackhawk Dr
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-4700
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-4700
Gr: K-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Crete-monee Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
635 Olmstead Ln
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-2400
University Park, IL 60484
(708) 367-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in University Park, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in University Park, IL include Coretta Scott King Magnet School and Crete-monee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in University Park?
2 public schools are located in University Park.
What percentage of students in University Park go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in University Park are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in University Park?
University Park public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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