For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,380 students in 60051, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 118 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 60051, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60051, IL are Johnsburg High School, Johnsburg Elementary School and Mchenry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60051 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60051, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60051, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnsburg High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2002 W Ringwood Rd
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-9233
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-9233
Gr: 9-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Johnsburg Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2118 Church St
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-3731
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-3731
Gr: 3-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Mchenry Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2120 W Lincoln Rd
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1600
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2615 W Lincoln Rd
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1300
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1300
Gr: K-3 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Johnsburg Jr High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2220 Church St
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-6210
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-6210
Gr: 6-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60051, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60051, IL include Johnsburg High School, Johnsburg Elementary School and Mchenry Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60051?
5 public schools are located in 60051.
What percentage of students in 60051 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 60051 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60051?
60051 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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