Best 60008 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,215 students in 60008, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 83 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 60008, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60008, IL are Plum Grove Middle School, Rolling Meadows High School and Central Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60008 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60008, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60008, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plum Grove Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2600 Plum Grove Rd
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 963-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,128 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Rolling Meadows High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2901 Central Rd
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 718-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,956 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Central Road Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3800 Central Rd
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 963-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
John G Conyers Learning Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2800 Central Rd
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 963-3400
Gr: PK-8
Rank: #55.
Willow Bend Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4700 Barker Ave
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 963-7300
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Kimball Hill Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2905 Meadow Dr
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 963-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #77.
Carl Sandburg Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2600 Martin Ln
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
(847) 963-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60008, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60008, IL include Plum Grove Middle School, Rolling Meadows High School and Central Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60008?
7 public schools are located in 60008.
What percentage of students in 60008 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 60008 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60008?
60008 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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