For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 586 students in Winthrop Harbor, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Winthrop Harbor, IL are Westfield School and North Prairie Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winthrop Harbor, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Winthrop Harbor have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Winthrop Harbor, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westfield School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2309 9th St
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5438
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5438
Gr: PK-4 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
North Prairie Jr High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 North Ave
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 731-3089
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 731-3089
Gr: 5-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Winthrop Harbor, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
628 College Ave
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5414
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5414
Gr: K-1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Winthrop Harbor, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Winthrop Harbor, IL include Westfield School and North Prairie Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in Winthrop Harbor?
2 public schools are located in Winthrop Harbor.
What is the racial composition of students in Winthrop Harbor?
Winthrop Harbor public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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