Best Schools in Addison, Illinois
12 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Addison by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Stone Elem School
Elementary · Addison Sd 4. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lincoln Elem School
Elementary · Addison Sd 4. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Indian Trail JR High School
Middle · Addison Sd 4. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Addison for 2026 are Stone Elem School (8.3/10), Lincoln Elem School (7.6/10), and Indian Trail JR High School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$315,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$315,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 83% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Addison schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Addison schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Addison
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stone Elem School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Lincoln Elem School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Indian Trail JR High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Ardmore Elem School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Army Trail Elem School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Addison Trail High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Fullerton Elem School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Wesley Elem School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Lake Park Elem School | 5.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $87,860
- Median home value
- $315,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Addison compares
Illinois rank
#180 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$88k
107% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
11
Addison SD 4 runs 90% of Addison's public schools
Addison touches 2 districts, but Addison SD 4 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Addison SD 4 accounts for 9 of 10 public schools (90%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.3 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Addison, not a citywide average.
- Addison SD 49 public · 90%
- Dupage Hsd 881 public · 10%
About Schools in Addison, Illinois
Addison, Illinois is home to 12 schools, including 10 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Addison show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Addison is Stone Elem School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Addison is served by 2 school districts: Addison SD 4, DuPage HSD 88. These districts collectively serve 7,298 students.
Addison's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,860. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 438 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 267 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 238 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 265 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 5 | 484 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 | ||
| 6 | 173 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 7 | 231 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Philip the Apostle SchoolPrivate 237 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Sunrise Montessori AcademyPrivate 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,150 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,904 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 196 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.5 |
Schools in Addison
Addison, Illinois · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,860
Median Home Value
$315,300
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
37,202
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Addison has a median household income of $87,860. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $315,300, with a median rent of $1,236/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Addison, Illinois
How many schools are in Addison, Illinois?
Addison has 12 schools, including 10 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Addison, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Addison is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Addison, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Addison on MySchoolScout is Stone Elem School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Addison, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Addison on MySchoolScout is Stone Elem School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Addison, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Addison on MySchoolScout is Indian Trail JR High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Addison, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Addison on MySchoolScout is Addison Trail High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Addison, Illinois?
Addison is served by 2 school districts: Addison Sd 4, Dupage Hsd 88.
What is the education level in Addison, Illinois?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Addison have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Addison, Illinois?
The median household income in Addison is approximately $87,860 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Addison, Illinois?
Yes, Addison has 2 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Philip the Apostle School with a score of 5.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Addison, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Addison is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Addison, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.