For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,240 students in 60005, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 474 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 60005, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60005, IL are Newcomer Center, Dryden Elementary School and South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60005 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60005, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60005, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newcomer Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2121 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7836
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7836
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Dryden Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
722 S Dryden Pl
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4280
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4280
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
South Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 S Highland Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4250
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4250
Gr: 6-8 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Young Adult Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2121 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7909
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7909
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Westgate Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 S Dwyer Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4292
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4292
Gr: K-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Juliette Low Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1530 S Highland Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 593-4383
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 593-4383
Gr: K-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #77.
The Academy At Forest View
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2121 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7771
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7771
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #88.
Vanguard School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2121 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7870
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7870
Gr: 9-12
60005, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
N W Suburban Academy (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
2121 S Goebbert
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7800
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Nw Suburban Etc Regional Pgms High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
2121 South Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-6800
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-6800
Gr: 9-12
Young Adult Program North High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2121 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 655-3155
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 655-3155
Gr: 9-12 | 70 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60005, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60005, IL include Newcomer Center, Dryden Elementary School and South Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60005?
8 public schools are located in 60005.
What percentage of students in 60005 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 60005 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60005?
60005 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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