Best 60018 Illinois Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,857 students in 60018, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 60018, IL is Maine West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60018 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60018, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60018 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Maine West High School, with 91% 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60018, IL Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maine West High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1755 S Wolf Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 827-6176
Gr: 9-12 | 1,857 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Ncisc Alop
Alternative School
1001 E Touhy Ave Ste 200
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 803-3707
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
North Cook Student Advocacy Alop
Alternative School
1001 E Touhy Ave Ste 200
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 824-8300
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
North Cook Young Adult Academy
Alternative School
1001 E Touhy Ave Ste 200
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 803-3707
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60018, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60018, IL include Maine West High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60018?
4 public high schools are located in 60018.
What is the racial composition of students in 60018?
60018 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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