For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,630 students in Skokie, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in Skokie, IL are Niles Central, Niles West High School and Niles North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Skokie, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Skokie have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Skokie, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Niles West High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Skokie, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Niles Central
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7700 Gross Point Rd
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-3120
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-3120
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Niles West High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Oakton St
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2510
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2510
Grades: 9-12
| 2,615 students
Rank: #33.
Niles North High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9800 Lawler Ave
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2011
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2011
Grades: 9-12
| 2,015 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Skokie, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in Skokie, IL include Niles Central, Niles West High School and Niles North High School.
How many public high schools are located in Skokie?
3 public high schools are located in Skokie.
What is the racial composition of students in Skokie?
Skokie public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Skokie are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Skokie include: Niles West High School vs. Niles North High School, Niles North High School vs. Niles West High School, Niles Central vs. Niles North High School
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