For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,552 students in 60091, IL (there are , serving 3,476 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 60091, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60091, IL are Romona Elementary School, Marie Murphy School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60091 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60091, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60091, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Romona Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Romona Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6400
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6400
Gr: PK-4 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Marie Murphy School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2921 Illinois Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 251-3617
Gr: 6-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
910 Central Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6100
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6100
Gr: K-4 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Highcrest Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
569 Hunter Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6500
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6500
Gr: 5-6 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Harper Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1101 Dartmouth St
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6200
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6200
Gr: K-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Mckenzie Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
649 Prairie Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6300
Gr: K-4 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Wilmette Junior High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
620 Locust Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 512-6600
Gr: 7-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
60091, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Winnetka Covenant Preschool (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 Hibbard Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60091, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60091, IL include Romona Elementary School, Marie Murphy School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60091?
7 public schools are located in 60091.
What percentage of students in 60091 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 60091 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60091?
60091 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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