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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Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
HORRIBLE!! IT’S HORRIBLE!! My son came to Jerling in 6th grade, his mental and physical health were great! But then, he was exposed to some sort of gang words*. These gang members, we’ll call them... More
Review for
Jerling Junior High School
Parent / Guardian
April 22, 2024
Rockland Elementary is about 10-15 years behind in its teaching methods. Not only that, but staff are untrained on the most current and appropriate methods for supporting students with special needs.... More
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Rockland Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 22, 2024
traumatized of this school never want to ever go again :(
Review for
R K Welsh Elementary School