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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Parent / Guardian
April 16, 2024
My children have been going to Hillcrest for the last few years and we have loved every minute of it. The school and staff have been incredibly helpful through everything.
Review for
Hillcrest Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 16, 2024
I think that the greatschools.org rating is very misleading and I'm so glad I disregarded it. Both of my children are currently students at Wheeling High School. As a parent, I feel very safe and... More
Review for
Wheeling High School
Current student
April 15, 2024
Now, just some tips if you have social anxiety or are shy and your going to this school: you just gotta be careful with say and what you do at all times. Even asking something as simple as a math... More
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Stevenson Middle School