What types of schools are available in Des Plaines, Illinois?

Des Plaines, Illinois offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Des Plaines, Illinois

Q: How many schools are in Des Plaines, Illinois?

There are 17 schools in Des Plaines, Illinois, serving 8,581 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Des Plaines?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Des Plaines, Illinois, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 17 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

8,581

Total Students

Across Des Plaines

10.6:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

17 schools found

Iroquois Community School

publicmiddleK-8

1836 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Cumberland Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

700 E Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

1526 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

1535 Everett Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

735 S Westgate Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Chippewa Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

123 N 8Th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Plainfield Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

1850 Plainfield Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Algonquin Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

767 E Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

1375 S 5Th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Friendship Jr High School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

550 Elizabeth Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60018

North Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

1789 Rand Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Brentwood Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

260 Dulles Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

1401 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Maine West High School

publichighGrade 9-12

1755 S Wolf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Orchard Place Elem School

publicelementaryK-5

2727 Maple St, Des Plaines, IL 60018

10100 Dee Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Early Learning Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

10000 Dee Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Detailed Overview of Schools in Des Plaines

Des Plaines, Illinois is home to 17 schools serving over 8,581 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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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math0%

ELA39%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)15

Moderate (15-20:1)2

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
1,857 students at Maine West High School
Best ratio: 6:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Des Plaines, Illinois?

There are 17 schools in Des Plaines, serving 8,581 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Des Plaines?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Des Plaines include schools with ratings of 2.9 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Des Plaines?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Des Plaines is 10.6:1.

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