Best 60050 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,906 students in 60050, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60050, IL are Valley View Elementary School, Landmark Elementary School and Edgebrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60050 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60050, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60050, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6515 W Il Route 120
Mchenry, IL 60050
(779) 244-1500
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Landmark Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3614 Waukegan Rd
Mchenry, IL 60050
(779) 244-1800
Gr: K-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Edgebrook Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
701 N Green St
Mchenry, IL 60050
(779) 244-1200
Gr: PK-3 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Riverwood Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
300 S Driftwood Trl
Mchenry, IL 60050
(779) 244-1400
Gr: K-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Parkland School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1802 N Ringwood Rd
Mchenry, IL 60050
(779) 244-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Chauncey H Duker School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3711 W Kane Ave
Mchenry, IL 60050
(779) 244-1100
Gr: 4-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Evergreen Academy
Alternative School
3917 Mercy Dr, Evergreen Acade
Mchenry, IL 60050
(815) 334-4055
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Innovation Academy
Alternative School
3917 Mercy Dr
Mchenry, IL 60050
(815) 239-0001
Gr: 4-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60050, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60050, IL include Valley View Elementary School, Landmark Elementary School and Edgebrook Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60050?
8 public elementary schools are located in 60050.
What is the racial composition of students in 60050?
60050 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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