For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,375 students in 60045, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 60045, IL is Lake Forest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 60045 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60045, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60045 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Forest High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60045, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Forest High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1285 N Mckinley Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-3600
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,375 students
60045, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sally Potter School/lake Forest Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
300 S Waukegan Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 566-9180
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 566-9180
Grades: 3-8
| 84 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 60045, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60045, IL include Lake Forest High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60045?
1 public high schools are located in 60045.
What is the racial composition of students in 60045?
60045 public high schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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