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 07, 2024
We have had nothing but good experiences with the Teachers and administrative support at the school. They work with us to help keep our children moving in a positive direction academically and... More
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Elmwood Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 07, 2024
I was a kid at this school in 2nd-3rd grade. I and my friends that were boys would wrestle on the sewer grate. Not only that, but I was the champion. A few bullies, but that's all. I was a weird girl,... More
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Mary Lou Cowlishaw Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 06, 2024
My experience with this school is one I wasn’t expecting and it’s my first experience with my child being in school. It’s hard to tell if the staff cares more about how they look or if they actually... More
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Heartland Elementary School