For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 499 students in Elgin, IL.
The top-ranked public charter school in Elgin, IL is Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elgin, IL public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in Elgin have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Elgin, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 Dundee Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 883-5013
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 883-5013
Gr: K-8 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Elgin, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dream Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
46 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5000
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5000
Gr: 7-12
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 charter schools in Elgin, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Elgin, IL include Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr.
How many public charter schools are located in Elgin?
1 public charter schools are located in Elgin.
What is the racial composition of students in Elgin?
Elgin public charter schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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