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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Current student
May 18, 2024
The social workers do nothing about students issues. There is lots of favoritism going on between social workers and students. If you want your child to see someone these workers are not the solution.... More
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Amelia V Carriel Jr High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 18, 2024
A good school for my sisters to go to amazing teachers no bullying. THEY MAKE SURE THE SCHOOL IS SAFE!!!
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Oakwood School
Parent / Guardian
May 18, 2024
My daughter has attended Fernwood elementary school since kindergarten. Definitely was never my choice of school but her mom went there and insisted my daughter goes there. The principal Towner thinks... More
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Fernwood Elementary School