Best Hoffman Estates Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,866 students in Hoffman Estates, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hoffman Estates, IL are Fairview Elementary School, Frank C Whiteley Elementary School and Lincoln Prairie School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hoffman Estates, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hoffman Estates have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Hoffman Estates, IL (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
375 Arizona Blvd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5700
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4335 Haman Ave
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 963-7200
Gr: K-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Prairie School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
500 Hillcrest Blvd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5955
Gr: K-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Neil Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1320 Kingsdale Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6700
Gr: K-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
615 Lakeview Ln
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6600
Gr: K-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
John Muir Literacy Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1973 Kensington Ln
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6444
Gr: K-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Timber Trails Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1675 Mcdonough Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 289-6640
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1800 Chippendale Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6650
Gr: K-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1650 Maureen Dr
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 289-6639
Gr: PK-6 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
3805 Winston Dr
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 963-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hoffman Estates, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hoffman Estates, IL include Fairview Elementary School, Frank C Whiteley Elementary School and Lincoln Prairie School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hoffman Estates?
10 public elementary schools are located in Hoffman Estates.
What is the racial composition of students in Hoffman Estates?
Hoffman Estates public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Hoffman Estates are often viewed compared to one another?

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