For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,964 students in Dundee, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 488 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Dundee, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Dundee, IL are Sleepy Hollow Elementary School, Dundee Highlands Elementary School and Dundee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dundee, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Dundee have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dundee, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
898 Glen Oak Dr
Dundee, IL 60118
(224) 484-4900
Dundee, IL 60118
(224) 484-4900
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Dundee Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
407 S 5th St
Dundee, IL 60118
(224) 484-4700
Dundee, IL 60118
(224) 484-4700
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Dundee Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4200 W Main St
Dundee, IL 60118
(847) 426-1485
Dundee, IL 60118
(847) 426-1485
Gr: 6-8 | 1,144 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dundee, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Dundee, IL include Sleepy Hollow Elementary School, Dundee Highlands Elementary School and Dundee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Dundee?
3 public schools are located in Dundee.
What percentage of students in Dundee go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Dundee are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dundee?
Dundee public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Dundee are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dundee include: Sleepy Hollow Elementary School vs. Dundee Highlands Elementary School, Dundee Highlands Elementary School vs. Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
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