For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,891 students in 60156, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 60156, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60156, IL are Martin Elementary School, Marlowe Middle School and Lincoln Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60156 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60156, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60156, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10920 Reed Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5300
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5300
Gr: 3-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Marlowe Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9625 Haligus Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-4700
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,237 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Harvest Gate
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6600
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Lake In The Hills Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
519 Willow St
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6900
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6900
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
10910 Reed Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5700
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5700
Gr: K-2 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
10910 Reed Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5400
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5400
Gr: PK | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60156, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60156, IL include Martin Elementary School, Marlowe Middle School and Lincoln Prairie Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60156?
6 public schools are located in 60156.
What percentage of students in 60156 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 60156 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60156?
60156 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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