Best Schools in Antioch, Illinois
8 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Antioch?
Use this page to compare every school in Antioch by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Antioch Ccsd 34. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Antioch Comm High School
High · Chsd 117. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Emmons Grade School
Elementary · Emmons Sd 33. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Antioch for 2026 are Hillcrest Elementary School (8.0/10), Antioch Comm High School (8.0/10), and Emmons Grade School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$287,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$287,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Antioch
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hillcrest Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Antioch Comm High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Emmons Grade School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Grass Lake Elem School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Antioch Upper Grade School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | W C Petty Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Faith Evangelical Lutheran 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $109,047
- Median home value
- $287,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Antioch compares
Illinois rank
#198 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$109k
133% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Antioch, Illinois
Antioch, Illinois is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Antioch show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Antioch is Hillcrest Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Antioch is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 5,764 students.
Antioch's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $109,047. The poverty rate in the area is 7.3%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 623 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 289 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 | ||
| 3 | 179 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | 457 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 53 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 922 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,286 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 139 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.0 |
Schools in Antioch
Antioch, Illinois · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$109,047
Median Home Value
$287,800
Median Rent
$1,176/mo
Population
24,396
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Community Profile
Antioch has a median household income of $109,047. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,800, with a median rent of $1,176/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Antioch, Illinois
How many schools are in Antioch, Illinois?
Antioch has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Antioch, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Antioch is 6.3 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 Antioch, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Antioch on MySchoolScout is Hillcrest Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Antioch, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Antioch on MySchoolScout is Hillcrest Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Antioch, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Antioch on MySchoolScout is Antioch Upper Grade School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Antioch, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Antioch on MySchoolScout is Antioch Comm High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Antioch, Illinois?
Antioch is served by 4 school districts: Antioch Ccsd 34, Chsd 117, Emmons Sd 33, Grass Lake Sd 36.
What is the education level in Antioch, Illinois?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Antioch have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Antioch, Illinois?
The median household income in Antioch is approximately $109,047 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Antioch, Illinois?
Yes, Antioch has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Faith Evangelical Lutheran School with a score of 5.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Antioch, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Antioch is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Antioch, 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.