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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Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2024
Downers Grove Christian School is one of the best private schools in the area. The principal, teachers and staff are very committed to teaching our children the Gospel and to challenge them... More
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Downers Grove Christian School
Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2024
We had great experience with Schaumburg Christian School.
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Schaumburg Christian School
Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2024
I cannot recommend this school enough. My children attended the preschool program and it cultivated them into curious, engaged learners who love to go to school. The campus is beautiful, the teachers... More
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Avery Coonley School