For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,475 students in Sycamore, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sycamore, IL are North Grove Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sycamore, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sycamore have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sycamore, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Grove Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
850 Republic Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8124
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8124
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Southeast Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
718 S Locust St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Grades: K-5
| 303 students
Rank: #33.
North Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1680 Brickville Rd
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8209
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8209
Grades: K-5
| 291 students
Rank: #44.
West Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
240 S Fair St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Grades: K-5
| 254 students
Rank: #55.
South Prairie Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
820 Borden Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8299
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8299
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #66.
Sycamore Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Maplewood Dr
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8170
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8170
Grades: 6-8
| 836 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Sycamore, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sycamore, IL include North Grove Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School and North Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sycamore?
6 public elementary schools are located in Sycamore.
What is the racial composition of students in Sycamore?
Sycamore public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Sycamore are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Sycamore include: Southeast Elementary School vs. North Grove Elementary School, West Elementary School vs. North Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School vs. South Prairie Elementary School
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