Best Schools in Algonquin, Illinois
11 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Algonquin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eastview Elem School
Elementary · Cusd 300. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch
Elementary · Cusd 300. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Harry D Jacobs High School
High · Cusd 300. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Algonquin for 2026 are Eastview Elem School (8.6/10), Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (8.2/10), and Harry D Jacobs High School (8.0/10), 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
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$320,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$320,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 53% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.7 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 Algonquin schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Algonquin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eastview Elem School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Harry D Jacobs High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Kenneth E Neubert Elem School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Conley Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Algonquin Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Westfield Community School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Heineman Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | St Margaret Mary Catholic School | 3.9 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $128,070
- Median home value
- $320,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Algonquin compares
Illinois rank
#90 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$128k
156% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Algonquin, Illinois
Algonquin, Illinois offers parents 9 ranked public schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels. The city's school count is modest, which means most families work with a short, address-determined list rather than sorting through a sprawling menu of options. That focused landscape makes comparisons straightforward.
Performance across those 9 schools averages 6.7 out of 10 — a solid baseline that reflects consistent academic delivery. Notably, 4 of the 9 schools, or 44%, score 7 or above, signaling that above-average performance is the rule rather than the exception here. The elementary tier drives much of that strength: three of Algonquin's top four ranked schools are elementary campuses.
Kenneth E. Neubert Elementary leads the city with an 8.7 out of 10 — the highest score of any ranked school in Algonquin and a mark that stands out among comparable suburban communities. Eastview Elementary (7.7) and Mackeben Elementary (7.3) extend that strong lower-grade cluster. Harry D. Jacobs High School holds a 7.0, making it an above-average option for secondary education. That score matters for families with younger children: the K–12 trajectory doesn't drop sharply when students move up from Algonquin's top-rated feeders. Algonquin Middle School sits at 6.6 — just below the city average but within the same performance band as the broader school set.
For parents comparing options, the practical picture here is encouraging. Nearly half the city's schools clear the 7-point threshold, and the strongest — Neubert at 8.7 — represents a genuine standout for elementary-age families. The high school finishes above the city average, so academic momentum carries through graduation. Confirm current attendance boundaries before assuming access to any specific campus, since assignment is address-based. Overall, Algonquin delivers a competitive public school landscape for families researching northern Illinois suburbs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 384 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 395 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 437 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 529 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 7.6 | ||
| 5 | 565 students · 3rd–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 6 | 1,337 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Margaret Mary Catholic School
Private
180 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.9 | ||
| 2 | Primrose School of Algonquin
Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 396 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 756 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,062 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Schools in Algonquin
Algonquin, Illinois · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$128,070
Median Home Value
$320,600
Median Rent
$1,826/mo
Population
32,303
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Algonquin has a median household income of $128,070. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $320,600, with a median rent of $1,826/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Algonquin, Illinois
How many schools are in Algonquin, Illinois?
Algonquin has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Algonquin, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Algonquin is 7.1 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 Algonquin, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Algonquin on MySchoolScout is Eastview Elem School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Algonquin, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Algonquin on MySchoolScout is Eastview Elem School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Algonquin, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Algonquin on MySchoolScout is Algonquin Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Algonquin, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Algonquin on MySchoolScout is Harry D Jacobs High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Algonquin, Illinois?
Algonquin is served by 2 school districts: Cusd 300, Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158.
What is the education level in Algonquin, Illinois?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Algonquin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Algonquin, Illinois?
The median household income in Algonquin is approximately $128,070 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Algonquin, Illinois?
Yes, Algonquin has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Margaret Mary Catholic School with a score of 3.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Algonquin, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Algonquin is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Algonquin, 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.