Best 60042 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,090 students in 60042, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 60042, IL are Cotton Creek School and Matthews Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60042 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60042, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60042, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cotton Creek School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
545 Newport Ct
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-4700
Grades: K-5
| 554 students
Rank: #22.
Matthews Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Po Box 920
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-6210
Grades: 6-8
| 536 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 60042, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60042, IL include Cotton Creek School and Matthews Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60042, IL?
2 public schools are located in 60042, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60042, IL?
60042, IL public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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