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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 01, 2024
All The students all Bad
All hence mental health my kid told me regular Ed kid screamed the hallway one time
Yeah, I don’t know what?
Regular Ed kid is
Review for
Woodland Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 01, 2024
The teachers set the tone for the school, and over the past 10+ years I have been connected to Irving as a parent, my children continue to talk about the teachers even after finishing their education... More
Review for
Irving Elementary School
Teacher
May 01, 2024
I am a substitute teacher. I have worked at 35 CPS schools and this one is my favorite. Great teachers, friendly and helpful staff, and very engaged Principal and AP! It is becoming difficult to get... More
Review for
Hayt Elementary School