For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,568 students in South Elgin, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 170 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in South Elgin, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in South Elgin, IL are Corron Elementary School, South Elgin High School and Fox Meadow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Elgin, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in South Elgin have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in South Elgin, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corron Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
455 Thornwood Way
South Elgin, IL 60177
(331) 228-6900
South Elgin, IL 60177
(331) 228-6900
Gr: K-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
South Elgin High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
760 E Main St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-3760
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-3760
Gr: 9-12 | 2,665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Fox Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1275 Jenna Dr
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7182
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7182
Gr: PK-6 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Kenyon Woods Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 Raymond St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-6685
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-6685
Gr: 7-8 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
770 Mill St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7045
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7045
Gr: PK-6 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Willard Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
370 W Spring St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-5275
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-5275
Gr: K-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in South Elgin, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in South Elgin, IL include Corron Elementary School, South Elgin High School and Fox Meadow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in South Elgin?
6 public schools are located in South Elgin.
What percentage of students in South Elgin go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in South Elgin are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in South Elgin?
South Elgin public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in South Elgin are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in South Elgin include: Fox Meadow Elementary School vs. Clinton Elementary School, Clinton Elementary School vs. Fox Meadow Elementary School
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