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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
Colemon J Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
1441 W 119Th St, Chicago, IL 60643
1.1
Rating
Students
166
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Scammon Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
4201 W Henderson St, Chicago, IL 60641
1.1
Rating
Students
620
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Minnie Minoso Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
3527 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60609
1.1
Rating
Students
304
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hurley Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3849 W 69Th Pl, Chicago, IL 60629
1.1
Rating
Students
748
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Dore Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
7134 W 65Th St, Chicago, IL 60638
1.1
Rating
Students
745
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Joseph Jungman Magnet Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
1746 S Miller St, Chicago, IL 60608
1.1
Rating
Students
301
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Chicago Academy Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3400 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
1.1
Rating
Students
548
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad
publicmiddlePK-8
700 W Willow St, Chicago, IL 60614
1.1
Rating
Students
330
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
0%
Urban Prep Chtr Acad Englewood Hs
charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
6201 S Stewart Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
1
Rating
Students
87
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
0%
Barton Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
7650 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
1
Rating
Students
411
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sabin Elem Magnet School
publicmiddlePK-8
2216 W Hirsch St, Chicago, IL 60622
1
Rating
Students
354
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
7%
Math Proficiency
0%
Maria Saucedo Magnet Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
2850 W 24Th Blvd, Chicago, IL 60623
1
Rating
Students
922
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
0%
Chicago Academy High School
publichighGrade 9-12
3400 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
1
Rating
Students
580
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
0%
Morton Elem Career Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
431 N Troy St, Chicago, IL 60612
1
Rating
Students
268
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
0%
North-Grand High School
publichighGrade 9-12
4338 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
1
Rating
Students
1,061
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
2%
Math Proficiency
0%
Dunbar Vocational Career Acad Hs
publichighGrade 9-12
3000 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
1
Rating
Students
355
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
0%
Clark Acad Prep Magnet High Schl
publichighGrade 9-12
5101 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60644
1
Rating
Students
453
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
0%
Rickover Naval Academy High Schl
publichighGrade 9-12
5700 W Berteau Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
1
Rating
Students
527
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
0%
Namaste Elem Charter School
charter schoolmiddleK-8
3737 S Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60609
1
Rating
Students
364
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
0%
Claremont Magnet Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2300 W 64Th St, Chicago, IL 60636
1
Rating
Students
335
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
4%
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%
ELA13%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)19
Moderate (15-20:1)1
Large (>20:1)0
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 1,061 students at North-Grand High School
- Best ratio: 7:1
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.