For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,191 students in 60035, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60035, IL are Edgewood Middle School, Northwood Middle School and North Shore Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60035 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60035, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60035, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2031 Sheridan Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3201
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3201
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Northwood Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
945 North Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3600
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
North Shore Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
760 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0603
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0603
Gr: 6-12
60035, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2031 Sheridan Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3300
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
1936 Green Bay Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3060
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3060
Gr: PK | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
711 Lincoln Ave W
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3551
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3551
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60035, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60035, IL include Edgewood Middle School, Northwood Middle School and North Shore Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 60035?
3 public middle schools are located in 60035.
What is the racial composition of students in 60035?
60035 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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