For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 426 students in Kirkland, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Kirkland, IL are Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 and Hiawatha Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kirkland, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Kirkland have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Kirkland, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
410 1st St
Kirkland, IL 60146
(815) 522-3336
Kirkland, IL 60146
(815) 522-3336
Grades: PK-5
| 215 students
Rank: #22.
Hiawatha Jr/sr High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
410 1st St
Kirkland, IL 60146
(815) 522-3335
Kirkland, IL 60146
(815) 522-3335
Grades: 6-12
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kirkland, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Kirkland, IL include Hiawatha Elementary Sch Prek-5 and Hiawatha Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Kirkland?
2 public schools are located in Kirkland.
What is the racial composition of students in Kirkland?
Kirkland public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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