Best Kane County Public Charter Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,041 students in Kane County, IL.
The top ranked public charter schools in Kane County, IL are Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr and Cambridge Lakes Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kane County, IL public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 9%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in Kane County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).

Best Public Charter Schools in Kane County (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr
Charter School
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1600 Dundee Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 883-5013
Grades: K-7
| 406 students
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Lakes Charter School
Charter School
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
900 Wester Blvd
Hampshire, IL 60140
(847) 464-4300
Grades: K-12
| 635 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Kane County, IL

Kane County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
305 S 9th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Dream Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
46 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5000
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
1905 E Tyler Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
305 S 9th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Grades: 6-8
| 996 students
4450 Lincoln Hwy
Saint Charles, IL 60175
(630) 584-0506
Grades: n/a
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public charter schools in Kane County, IL?
The top ranked public charter schools in Kane County, IL include Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr and Cambridge Lakes Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in Kane County?
2 public charter schools are located in Kane County.
What is the racial composition of students in Kane County?
Kane County public charter schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).

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