For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,413 students in 60124, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 351 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 60124, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60124, IL are Prairie Knolls Middle School, Prairie View Grade School and Country Trails Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60124 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60124, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60124, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Knolls Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
225 Nesler Rd
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 717-8100
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 717-8100
Grades: 6-7
| 768 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie View Grade School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10n630 Nesler Rd
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 464-6014
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 464-6014
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #33.
Country Trails Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3701 Highland Woods Blvd
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 717-8000
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 717-8000
Grades: PK-5
| 631 students
Rank: #44.
Otter Creek Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Hopps Rd
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 888-6995
Elgin, IL 60124
(847) 888-6995
Grades: K-6
| 407 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60124, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60124, IL include Prairie Knolls Middle School, Prairie View Grade School and Country Trails Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60124, IL?
4 public schools are located in 60124, IL.
What percentage of students in 60124, IL go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 60124, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60124, IL?
60124, IL public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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