What types of schools are available in Elgin, Illinois?

Elgin, 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 Elgin, Illinois

Q: How many schools are in Elgin, Illinois?

There are 25 schools in Elgin, Illinois, serving 17,104 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Elgin?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Elgin, 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 25 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

17,104

Total Students

Across Elgin

15.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

25 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%

ELA Assessment Score9%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)2 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,576 students at Elgin High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Kimball Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

451 N Mclean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123

1220 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

1200 Maroon Dr, Elgin, IL 60120

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

225 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120

Channing Memorial Elem School

publicmiddleK-6

63 S Channing St, Elgin, IL 60120

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Elgin

Elgin, Illinois is home to 25 schools serving over 17,104 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Elgin, Illinois?

There are 25 schools in Elgin, serving 17,104 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Elgin?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Elgin include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Elgin?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Elgin is 15.2:1.

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