6,204
Preschools
5,432
Elementary Schools
3,409
Middle Schools
2,155
High Schools
4,311
Public District Schools
5,709
Private Schools
10,166
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
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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Chicago Public Schools
321,666 students | CHICAGO, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 656 schools -
School District U-46
35,082 students | ELGIN, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 56 schools -
Rockford School District 205
27,442 students | ROCKFORD, IL
Grades PK, K-12 | 46 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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November 10, 2025
You don't learn anything at all in this school , bathroom stalls don't close some of the teacher are annoying. I would not send.my kids there is u was you .not actully a healthy school just give... More
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Namaste Elementary Charter School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
November 10, 2025
As a former student here, it was a very good experience with little problems that may have been solved before or by the time I'm writing this, but I still feel like I should share my experience. As a... More
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Lisle Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
November 10, 2025
From my experience as a student at Lisle Junior High School, it is an average school.
To start, there are engaging activities for students, but it lacks the efficiency of prepping you for Highschool... More
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Lisle Jr High School