For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,630 students in Skokie, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Skokie, IL are Niles Central, Niles North High School and Niles West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Skokie, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Skokie have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Skokie, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Niles West High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Skokie, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Niles Central
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7700 Gross Point Rd
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-3120
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-3120
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Niles North High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9800 Lawler Ave
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2011
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2011
Gr: 9-12 | 2,015 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Niles West High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Oakton St
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2510
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 626-2510
Gr: 9-12 | 2,615 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Skokie, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Skokie, IL include Niles Central, Niles North High School and Niles West High School.
How many public high schools are located in Skokie?
3 public high schools are located in Skokie.
What is the racial composition of students in Skokie?
Skokie public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Skokie are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Skokie include: Niles West High School vs. Niles North High School, Niles North High School vs. Niles West High School, Niles Central vs. Niles North High School
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