Serving 701 students in grades 6-8, Palos South Middle 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 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palos South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palos South Middle School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palos South Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palos South Middle School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
72%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palos South Middle School's ranking?
Palos South Middle School is ranked #251 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Palos South Middle School often compared to?
Palos South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Palos South Middle School?
701 students attend Palos South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Palos South Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palos South Middle School?
Palos South Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palos South Middle School offer ?
Palos South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palos South Middle School part of?
Palos South Middle School is part of Palos CCSD 118 School District.
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