For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,886 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maine West High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1755 S Wolf Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 827-6176
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 827-6176
Grades: 9-12
| 1,886 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ncisc Alop
Alternative School
1001 E Touhy Ave Ste 200
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 803-3707
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 803-3707
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
North Cook Student Advocacy Alop
Alternative School
1001 E Touhy Ave Ste 200
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 824-8300
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 824-8300
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
North Cook Young Adult Academy
Alternative School
1001 E Touhy Ave Ste 200
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 803-3707
Des Plaines, IL 60018
(847) 803-3707
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
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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