For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 877 students in 60044, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60044, IL are Lake Bluff Elementary School and Lake Bluff Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60044 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60044, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60044, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
350 W Washington Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 234-9405
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 234-9405
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Lake Bluff Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
31 E Sheridan Pl
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 234-9407
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 234-9407
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
60044, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
121 E Sheridan Place
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 234-9403
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 234-9403
Gr: K-2 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60044, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60044, IL include Lake Bluff Elementary School and Lake Bluff Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60044?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60044.
What is the racial composition of students in 60044?
60044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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