For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 894 students in Winfield, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 993 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in Winfield, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Winfield, IL are Pleasant Hill Elementary School and Winfield Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winfield, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Winfield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Winfield, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1n220 Pleasant Hill Rd
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 682-2100
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 682-2100
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Winfield Central School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
0s150 Winfield Rd
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 909-4960
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 909-4960
Gr: 3-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
0s150 Winfield Rd
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 909-4910
Winfield, IL 60190
(630) 909-4910
Gr: PK-2 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Winfield, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Winfield, IL include Pleasant Hill Elementary School and Winfield Central School.
How many public schools are located in Winfield?
3 public schools are located in Winfield.
What percentage of students in Winfield go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in Winfield are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Winfield?
Winfield public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Winfield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Winfield include: Winfield Primary School vs. Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Winfield Primary School vs. Winfield Central School, Pleasant Hill Elementary School vs. Winfield Primary School
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