For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,782 students in 60091, IL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 60091 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60091, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60091, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-4
| 479 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 267 students
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
Grades: K-4
| 456 students
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
Grades: 5-6
| 747 students
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
Grades: K-4
| 370 students
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
Grades: K-4
| 463 students
60091, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Winnetka Covenant Preschool (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 Hibbard Rd
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 446-4300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60091, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60091, IL include Romona Elementary School, Marie Murphy School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60091?
6 public elementary schools are located in 60091.
What is the racial composition of students in 60091?
60091 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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