Zip code 60805 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–8 Elementary | Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 1,767 students · 5 schools | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Evergreen Park Community High School District 231 931 students · 1 school | 7/10 |
The elementary district is shown as not rated because our rating set was built per zip code from a single district, so elementary districts in split areas were never scored. We would rather show no rating than a borrowed one.
| Metric | Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 931 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 (this district) | 7/10 | 64th | 931 |
| J. Sterling Morton High School District 201 | NR | — | 8,134 |
| Community High School District 218 | NR | — | 5,490 |
| Thornton Township High School District 205 | 1/10 | 1st | 4,681 |
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Ranked against 445 rated districts in IL → 64th percentile → 7/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
- Evergreen Park High School — Grades 9–12 · 941 students
About Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124
Zip code 60805 in Evergreen Park, Illinois is served by Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 8th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 7 out of 10 — above average among Illinois public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Illinois. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60805
Children in zip code 60805 are assigned to Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60805, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 at (708)398-1230 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Evergreen Park
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 serves zip code 60805, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 60805 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60805.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Evergreen Park Elementary School District 124 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60805 data.