For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,724 students in 60120, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 60120, IL are Central School Program, New Beginnings Regnl Safe Sch Program and Elgin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60120 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60120, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60120 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elgin High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60120, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central School Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
355 E Chicago St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5340
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5340
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
New Beginnings Regnl Safe Sch Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
46 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 232-5963
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 232-5963
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #33.
Elgin High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Maroon Dr
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5100
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,724 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
60120, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
420 May St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5192
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5192
Gr: PK-6 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 60120, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60120, IL include Central School Program, New Beginnings Regnl Safe Sch Program and Elgin High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60120?
5 public high schools are located in 60120.
What is the racial composition of students in 60120?
60120 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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