6,225
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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March 17, 2024
My 3 years at Haven was dreadful. I couldn't stand how much work I was given last year, especially failing some of my classes but maintaining straight As. Things were a lot more intense in the past 2... More
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Haven Middle School
Parent / Guardian
March 17, 2024
My son loves this school. Great teachers!
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C Henry Bloom Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 17, 2024
This is the terrible school I ever came across my son was always bullied. I was force to take him out of that school
I am writing to express my concern about the bullying my son has experienced at ... More
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Dwight D Eisenhower Junior High School