For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,238 students in Hinsdale, IL. The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hinsdale, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
950 S Oak St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4300
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
The Lane Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
500 N Elm St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4500
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4500
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
611 S Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4100
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4100
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
210 N Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4200
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4200
Gr: K-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Hinsdale Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 S Garfield St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4700
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hinsdale, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools are located in Hinsdale?
5 public elementary schools are located in Hinsdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Hinsdale?
Hinsdale public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Hinsdale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Hinsdale include: Madison Elementary School vs. Oak Elementary School, Oak Elementary School vs. The Lane Elementary School, The Lane Elementary School vs. Oak Elementary School
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