For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,236 students in 60035, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60035, IL are Braeside Elementary School, Ravinia Elementary School and Wayne Thomas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60035 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60035, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60035, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Braeside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
150 Pierce Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3401
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3401
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Ravinia Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1936 Green Bay Rd, C/o Green B
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3700
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3700
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Wayne Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2939 Summit Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3900
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3900
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1900 Stratford Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3800
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3800
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2075 Saint Johns Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3500
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3500
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
929 Edgewood Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3201
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3201
Gr: 6-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Red Oak Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
530 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3750
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3750
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #88.
Northwood Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
945 North Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3600
Highland Park, IL 60035
(224) 765-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
North Shore Academy Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
776 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 291-7905
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 291-7905
Gr: K-6
Rank: #1010.
North Shore Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
760 Red Oak Ln
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0603
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 831-0603
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60035, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60035, IL include Braeside Elementary School, Ravinia Elementary School and Wayne Thomas Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60035?
10 public elementary schools are located in 60035.
What is the racial composition of students in 60035?
60035 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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