6,226
Preschools
5,376
Elementary Schools
3,298
Middle Schools
2,037
High Schools
4,299
Public District Schools
5,733
Private Schools
10,184
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Illinois based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Illinois offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Illinois
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City Of Chicago School District 299
341,382 students | CHICAGO, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 682 schools -
School District U-46
36,476 students | ELGIN, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 59 schools -
Rockford School District 205
26,739 students | ROCKFORD, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 52 schools -
Indian Prairie Community Unit School District 204
26,091 students | AURORA, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 34 schools -
Plainfield School District 202
25,085 students | PLAINFIELD, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 31 schools
Reviews From Schools in Illinois
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 15, 2024
Went to a top 20 university from this school and classmates all went to fantastic jobs - doing really, really well for themselves in all different fields and industries. A very athletic school and... More
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Lockport Township High School East
Parent / Guardian
May 14, 2024
Racism and derogatory language at Westfield is completely out of control. It is clear that the current administration, nor the District, know how to resolve it. My student does not feel heard, safe,... More
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Westfield Community School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 14, 2024
Northeast school is not ready for diversity especially young black boys. They don't listen to parents and concerns if the parents are African-American and even the staff is complaining of a racist... More
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Northeast Elementary School