For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,065 students in 60042, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60042, IL are Cotton Creek School and Matthews Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60042 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60042, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60042, IL 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cotton Creek School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
545 Newport Ct
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-4700
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Matthews Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Darrell Rd.
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-6210
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-6210
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60042, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60042, IL include Cotton Creek School and Matthews Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60042?
2 public schools are located in 60042.
What is the racial composition of students in 60042?
60042 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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