For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,559 students in Sycamore, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sycamore, IL are North Grove Elementary School, North Elementary School and Southeast 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 29% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), 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 24% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Grove Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
850 Republic Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8124
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8124
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1680 Brickville Rd
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8209
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8209
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Southeast Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
718 S Locust St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Gr: K-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
South Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Borden Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8299
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8299
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
West Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
718 S Locust St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Gr: K-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Sycamore Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Maplewood Dr
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8170
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8170
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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, North Elementary School and Southeast 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 24% 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: South Prairie Elementary School vs. Southeast Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School vs. North Grove Elementary School, North Elementary School vs. North Grove Elementary School
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