For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 538 students in Highwood, IL.
The top ranked public school in Highwood, IL is Oak Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highwood, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Highwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Highwood, IL (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
240 Prairie Ave
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Highwood, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Highwood, IL include Oak Terrace Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Highwood?
1 public schools are located in Highwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Highwood?
Highwood public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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