For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,891 students in 60156, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 60156, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60156, IL are Martin Elementary School, Marlowe Middle School and Lincoln Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60156 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60156, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60156, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Martin Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10920 Reed Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5300
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5300
Grades: 3-5
| 764 students
Rank: #22.
Marlowe Middle School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9625 Haligus Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-4700
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 1,237 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Prairie Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Harvest Gate
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6600
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6600
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #44.
Lake In The Hills Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
519 Willow St
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6900
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 532-6900
Grades: K-5
| 495 students
Rank: n/an/a
10910 Reed Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5700
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5700
Grades: K-2
| 665 students
Rank: n/an/a
10910 Reed Rd
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5400
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
(847) 659-5400
Grades: PK
| 262 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60156, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60156, IL include Martin Elementary School, Marlowe Middle School and Lincoln Prairie Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60156?
6 public schools are located in 60156.
What percentage of students in 60156 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 60156 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60156?
60156 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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