For the 2024-25 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 10,031 students in Skokie, IL (there are 15 private schools, serving 2,970 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in Skokie, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Skokie, IL are East Prairie Elementary School, Fairview South Elementary School and Oliver Mccracken Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Skokie, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Skokie have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Skokie, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Prairie Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7616 E Prairie Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1141
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1141
Grades: PK-8
| 540 students
Rank: #22.
Fairview South Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7040 Laramie Ave
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 929-1050
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 929-1050
Grades: K-8
| 702 students
Rank: #33.
Oliver Mccracken Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8000 E Prairie Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1220
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1220
Grades: 6-8
| 347 students
Rank: #44.
Niles Central
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7700 Gross Point Rd
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-3120
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-3120
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Niles West High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Oakton St
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2510
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2510
Grades: 9-12
| 2,609 students
Rank: #66.
Niles North High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9800 Lawler Ave
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2011
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2011
Grades: 9-12
| 2,033 students
Rank: #77.
John Middleton Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8300 Saint Louis Ave, John Mid
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1222
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1222
Grades: 1-5
| 536 students
Rank: #88.
Old Orchard Jr High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9310 Kenton Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-7501
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-7501
Grades: 6-8
| 635 students
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Jr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7839 Lincoln Ave
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 676-3545
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 676-3545
Grades: 6-8
| 578 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Highland Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9700 Crawford Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 676-5001
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 676-5001
Grades: K-5
| 325 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Jane Stenson School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9201 Lockwood Ave
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 676-7301
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 676-7301
Grades: K-5
| 349 students
Rank: #1212.
Dr Bessie Rhodes-global Studies
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Davis St
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 859-8441
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 859-8441
Grades: K-8
| 261 students
Rank: #1313.
Devonshire Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9040 Kostner Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-4901
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-4901
Grades: K-5
| 356 students
Rank: n/an/a
8100 Tripp Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1223
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1223
Grades: PK-K
| 180 students
Rank: n/an/a
5100 Madison St
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 675-3048
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 675-3048
Grades: PK-2
| 580 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Skokie, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Skokie, IL include East Prairie Elementary School, Fairview South Elementary School and Oliver Mccracken Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Skokie?
15 public schools are located in Skokie.
What percentage of students in Skokie go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in Skokie are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Skokie?
Skokie public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Skokie are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Skokie include: Niles West High School vs. Niles North High School, Niles North High School vs. Niles West High School, Niles Central vs. Niles North High School
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