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 20, 2024
Curriculum is good and some really wonderful families. If your child is from a non-traditional family or has any interests that are not main stream, expect bullying. I have never heard of the kind of... More
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Naper Elementary School
Current student
May 20, 2024
Learning: I am a Math 2 Honors student. I am recommended for next year all honors classes available for 9th. The learning in this school is horrid. And I won't sugar coat it. I feel like no one has... More
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Herrick Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
The teachers at SCS are absolutely wonderful! The Christian values at this school cannot go unnoticed. The school involves parents and the children love coming to school. The academics are top notch... More
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Schaumburg Christian School