For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,552 students in 60091, IL (there are , serving 3,476 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 60091, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60091, IL are Romona Elementary School, Marie Murphy School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 60091 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60091, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60091, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Romona Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Romona Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6400
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6400
Gr: PK-4 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Marie Murphy School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2921 Illinois Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
910 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6100
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6100
Gr: K-4 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Highcrest Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
569 Hunter Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6500
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6500
Gr: 5-6 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Harper Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1101 Dartmouth St
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6200
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6200
Gr: K-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Mckenzie Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
649 Prairie Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6300
Gr: K-4 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Wilmette Junior High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
620 Locust Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Gr: 7-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
60091, Illinois ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Winnetka Covenant Preschool (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 Hibbard Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60091, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60091, IL include Romona Elementary School, Marie Murphy School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60091?
7 public schools are located in 60091.
What percentage of students in 60091 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 60091 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60091?
60091 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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