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Best Schools in Chicago, Illinois
Compare 629 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
629
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
327,482
Total Students
Across Chicago
14.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
629 schools found
Douglass Academy High School
publichighGrade 9-12
543 N Waller Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
2.5
Rating
Students
29
Student-Teacher
2:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hancock College Preparatory Hs
publichighGrade 9-12
5437 W 64Th Pl, Chicago, IL 60638
2.5
Rating
Students
1,050
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
0%
Solomon Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6206 N Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
2.4
Rating
Students
323
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
Oriole Park Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
5424 N Oketo Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
2.4
Rating
Students
617
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
Norwood Park Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
5900 N Nina Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
2.4
Rating
Students
314
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
0%
Lincoln Park High School
publichighGrade 9-12
2001 N Orchard St, Chicago, IL 60614
2.4
Rating
Students
2,214
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
Wildwood Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6950 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
2.4
Rating
Students
512
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
0%
Beaubien Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
5025 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
2.3
Rating
Students
1,004
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
0%
Nettelhorst Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3252 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
2.3
Rating
Students
653
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
0%
Mitchell Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2233 W Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60612
2.3
Rating
Students
446
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
0%
Lasalle Ii Lang Acad Elem Sch
publicmiddlePK-8
1148 N Honore St, Chicago, IL 60622
2.3
Rating
Students
589
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
0%
Everett Elem School
publicelementaryPK-5
3419 S Bell Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
2.2
Rating
Students
89
Student-Teacher
6:1
ELA Proficiency
44.5%
Math Proficiency
0%
Mount Greenwood Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
10841 S Homan Ave, Chicago, IL 60655
2.2
Rating
Students
1,182
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
0%
Disney Ii Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
3815 N Kedvale Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
2.2
Rating
Students
422
Student-Teacher
0:1
ELA Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
0%
South Loop Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
1601 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60616
2.2
Rating
Students
847
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
0%
Waters Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
4540 N Campbell Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
2.2
Rating
Students
702
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
0%
Devry Advantage Academy High Schl
publichighGrade 11-12
1900 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
2.1
Rating
Students
152
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
0%
Disney Elem Magnet School
publicmiddlePK-8
4140 N Marine Dr, Chicago, IL 60613
2.1
Rating
Students
1,384
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
0%
Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad
publicmiddleK-8
6024 W Warwick Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
2.1
Rating
Students
831
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz
publicmiddlePK-8
4034 W 56Th St, Chicago, IL 60629
2.1
Rating
Students
542
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Chicago
Chicago, Illinois is home to 629 schools serving over 327,482 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →
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School Insights
Metrics for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency
Math0%
ELA45%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)11
Moderate (15-20:1)8
Large (>20:1)0
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 2,214 students at Lincoln Park High School
- Best ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Chicago, Illinois?
There are 629 schools in Chicago, serving 327,482 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Chicago?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Chicago include schools with ratings of 2.2 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Chicago?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Chicago is 14.3:1.