For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,226 students in Glencoe, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Glencoe, IL are Central School and West School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glencoe, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Glencoe have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Glencoe, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
620 Greenwood Ave
Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-7600
Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-7600
Gr: 5-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
West School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1010 Forestway Dr
Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-6600
Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-6600
Gr: 3-4 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
266 Linden Ave
Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-6400
Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-6400
Gr: PK-2 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Glencoe, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Glencoe, IL include Central School and West School.
How many public schools are located in Glencoe?
3 public schools are located in Glencoe.
What is the racial composition of students in Glencoe?
Glencoe public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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