RATINGS

District GreatSchools Ratings

A larger number of schools in this district are rated above average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65 based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

This district has a larger number of schools whose students are making less academic progress than their peers at other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65

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Parent / Guardian
August 01, 2025
Willard is the star of District 65: small class sizes, great new principal, bilingual classes, most renovated building in the district, school garden, engaged parents and teachers, and a... More
Review for Willard Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
July 21, 2025
We attended Willard for four years (2nd grade through 5th) and just graduated to middle school. The teachers were caring, kind, and approachable. There is a new principal in place as of 2024 (who... More
Review for Willard Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 13, 2025
We had a terrible experience with Walker. Rough unsupervised playground culture with what we felt were racist responses by staff to an environment they allowed to exist. Poor coordination among team... More
Review for Walker Elementary School