6,226
Preschools
5,377
Elementary Schools
3,299
Middle Schools
2,038
High Schools
4,299
Public District Schools
5,734
Private Schools
10,185
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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 17, 2024
Do not go to this school, I had the worst experience at Haven for 3 years since 2020. The teachers here are really friendly there, it's just that the amount of learning here is below average. The... More
Review for
Haven Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2024
Community is collaborative and teachers are solid. Student go on to perform at a high level at primary school and Belleville West High school.
Review for
Millstadt Primary Center
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 17, 2024
I went to this school from Pre-K to 3rd grade, and they didn't help me with my mental problems. I wouldn't recommend this school to parents with kids with mental issues.
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Glacier Ridge Elementary School