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 26, 2024
Kershaw Staff and Leadership Team is very supportive and responsive to the needs of families. They take time to listen and find resources to support families. When you enter the school you feel the... More
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Kershaw Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 25, 2024
The teachers at this school are caring and engaging, but they are led by incompetent district employees and a terrible principal. Unfortunately, if your child is bullied, they will not address the... More
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Dujardin Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 25, 2024
I am so happy with the teachers and all the staff at Country Meadows they have been excellent for my granddaughter.
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Country Meadows Montessori School