For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,211 students in 60005, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 463 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60005, IL Public Schools (2025)
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 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 813 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 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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