For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,196 students in Lincolnwood, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lincolnwood, IL are Rutledge Hall Elementary School and Lincoln Hall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincolnwood, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lincolnwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lincolnwood, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutledge Hall Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6850 N East Prairie Rd
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3801
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3801
Gr: 3-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Hall Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6855 N Crawford Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3884
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3884
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
3925 W Lunt Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3731
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(847) 745-3731
Gr: PK-2 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lincolnwood, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lincolnwood, IL include Rutledge Hall Elementary School and Lincoln Hall Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lincolnwood?
3 public elementary schools are located in Lincolnwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Lincolnwood?
Lincolnwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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