For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,552 students in 60091, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 3,476 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 60091, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60091, IL are Romona Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Marie Murphy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60091 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60091, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60091, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Romona Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Romona Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6400
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6400
Grades: PK-4
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
910 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6100
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6100
Grades: K-4
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Marie Murphy School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2921 Illinois Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Grades: 6-8
| 267 students
Rank: #44.
Harper Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1101 Dartmouth St
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6200
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6200
Grades: K-4
| 370 students
Rank: #55.
Highcrest Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
569 Hunter Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6500
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6500
Grades: 5-6
| 747 students
Rank: #66.
Wilmette Junior High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
620 Locust Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Grades: 7-8
| 770 students
Rank: #77.
Mckenzie Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
649 Prairie Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6300
Grades: K-4
| 463 students
60091, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Winnetka Covenant Preschool (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 Hibbard Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60091, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60091, IL include Romona Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Marie Murphy School.
How many public schools are located in 60091?
7 public schools are located in 60091.
What percentage of students in 60091 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 60091 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60091?
60091 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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