For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 900 students in Great Lakes, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Great Lakes, IL are Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus and Forrestal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Great Lakes, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Great Lakes have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Great Lakes, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus
Charter School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3131 Sheridan Rd
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 377-0600
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 377-0600
Grades: K-8
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Forrestal Elementary School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2833 E Washington Ave
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 689-6310
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 689-6310
Grades: K-3
| 397 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Great Lakes, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Great Lakes, IL include Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus and Forrestal Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Great Lakes?
2 public schools are located in Great Lakes.
What is the racial composition of students in Great Lakes?
Great Lakes public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Great Lakes are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Great Lakes include: Learn Chtr Sch 6 N Chicago Campus vs. Forrestal Elementary School
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