For the 2025 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60156, IL Public Schools (2025)
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 56% (majority Hispanic).
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