6,228
Preschools
5,500
Elementary Schools
3,457
Middle Schools
2,195
High Schools
4,417
Public District Schools
5,712
Private Schools
10,276
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Illinois based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
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Largest School Districts in Illinois
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Chicago Public Schools
321,666 students | CHICAGO, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 662 schools -
School District U-46
35,082 students | ELGIN, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 59 schools -
Rockford School District 205
27,442 students | ROCKFORD, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 51 schools -
Indian Prairie Community Unit School District 204
25,687 students | AURORA, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 34 schools -
Plainfield School District 202
24,856 students | PLAINFIELD, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 32 schools
Reviews From Schools in Illinois
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August 11, 2025
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Oakhill Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
August 11, 2025
This school is more like community center for adults. Education is big question marks . ? Is good no is strong no. . Is problem with bullying yes it. !
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St Vincent Ferrer Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
August 11, 2025
Ya q es nuestro segundo año es una excelente escuela con maestros muy profesionales, excelente oportunidades de actividades extra curriculares y un ambiente de confianza y seguro…
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Northside College Preparatory High School