For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,621 students in Hinsdale, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 797 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Hinsdale, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%). Hinsdale has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Illinois.
The top ranked public schools in Hinsdale, IL are Oak Elementary School, The Lane Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hinsdale, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hinsdale have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hinsdale, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
950 S Oak St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4300
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #22.
The Lane Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
500 N Elm St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4500
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4500
Grades: K-5
| 342 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
611 S Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4100
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4100
Grades: K-5
| 359 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Hinsdale Central High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5500 S Grant St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 570-8000
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 570-8000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,436 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Monroe Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
210 N Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4200
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4200
Grades: K-5
| 304 students
Rank: #66.
Hinsdale Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 S Garfield St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4700
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 784 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hinsdale, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Hinsdale, IL include Oak Elementary School, The Lane Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Hinsdale has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Illinois.
How many public schools are located in Hinsdale?
6 public schools are located in Hinsdale.
What percentage of students in Hinsdale go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Hinsdale are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hinsdale?
Hinsdale public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hinsdale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hinsdale include: Madison Elementary School vs. Oak Elementary School, Oak Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School, Madison Elementary School vs. The Lane Elementary School
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