For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,211 students in 60005, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60005, IL are Dryden Elementary School, South Middle School and Westgate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60005 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60005, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60005, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dryden Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
722 S Dryden Pl
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4280
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4280
Grades: K-5
| 505 students
Rank: #22.
South Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 S Highland Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4250
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4250
Grades: 6-8
| 813 students
Rank: #33.
Westgate Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 S Dwyer Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4292
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 398-4292
Grades: K-5
| 618 students
Rank: #44.
Juliette Low Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1530 S Highland Ave
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 593-4383
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 593-4383
Grades: K-5
| 275 students
60005, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
N W Suburban Academy (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
2121 S Goebbert
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7800
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-7800
Grades: 9-12
| 97 students
Nw Suburban Etc Regional Pgms High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
2121 South Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-6800
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 718-6800
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Young Adult Program North High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2121 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 655-3155
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 655-3155
Grades: 9-12
| 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60005, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60005, IL include Dryden Elementary School, South Middle School and Westgate Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60005?
4 public elementary schools are located in 60005.
What is the racial composition of students in 60005?
60005 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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