For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,196 students in Lincolnwood, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Lincolnwood, IL are Rutledge Hall Elementary School and Lincoln Hall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincolnwood, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Lincolnwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lincolnwood, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutledge Hall Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6850 N East Prairie Rd
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3801
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3801
Gr: 3-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Hall Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6855 N Crawford Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3884
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3884
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Bridges Adult Transition Center
Alternative School
4700 W Chase Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 626-3601
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 626-3601
Gr: 12
Rank: n/an/a
3925 W Lunt Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3731
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3731
Gr: PK-2 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lincolnwood, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Lincolnwood, IL include Rutledge Hall Elementary School and Lincoln Hall Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lincolnwood?
4 public schools are located in Lincolnwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincolnwood?
Lincolnwood public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lincolnwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lincolnwood include: Todd Hall Elementary School vs. Lincoln Hall Middle School, Todd Hall Elementary School vs. Rutledge Hall Elementary School, Lincoln Hall Middle School vs. Todd Hall Elementary School
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