For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,897 students in 60035, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 215 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 60035, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60035, IL are Braeside Elementary School, Ravinia Elementary School and Wayne Thomas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60035 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60035, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60035, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Braeside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
150 Pierce Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3401
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3401
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Ravinia Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1936 Green Bay Rd, C/o Green B
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3700
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3700
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Wayne Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2939 Summit Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3900
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3900
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Arbor Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
754 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-5100
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-5100
Rank: #55.
Highland Park High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
433 Vine Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-2001
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-2001
Gr: 9-12 | 1,661 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1900 Stratford Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3800
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3800
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #77.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2075 Saint Johns Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3500
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3500
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #88.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
929 Edgewood Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3201
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3201
Gr: 6-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #99.
Red Oak Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
530 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3750
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3750
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1010.
Northwood Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
945 North Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3600
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1111.
North Shore Academy Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
776 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 291-7905
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 291-7905
Gr: K-6
Rank: #1212.
North Shore Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
760 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0603
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0603
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Education & Life Skills Transition
Special Education School
760 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 847-5590
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 847-5590
60035, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2031 Sheridan Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3300
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
1936 Green Bay Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3060
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3060
Gr: PK | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
711 Lincoln Ave W
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3551
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3551
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60035, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60035, IL include Braeside Elementary School, Ravinia Elementary School and Wayne Thomas Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60035?
13 public schools are located in 60035.
What percentage of students in 60035 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 60035 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60035?
60035 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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