For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 3,042 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 6% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), 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 (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arcadia Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20519 Arcadian Dr
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 747-3535
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 747-3535
Grades: K-4
| 555 students
Rank: #22.
Rich Township High School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3600 W 203rd St
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 679-5600
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 679-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,487 students
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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