Best Schools in Carpentersville, Illinois
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Carpentersville?
Use this page to compare every school in Carpentersville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Perry Elementary School
Elementary · Cusd 300. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Golfview Elem School
Elementary · Cusd 300. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Parkview Elementary School
Elementary · Cusd 300. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Carpentersville for 2026 are Perry Elementary School (6.9/10), Golfview Elem School (6.5/10), and Parkview Elementary School (6.1/10), 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$224,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$224,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.9/10 despite 89% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 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 Carpentersville schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Carpentersville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Carpentersville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 10 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perry Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Golfview Elem School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Parkview Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Dundee-Crown High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Sunny Hill Elem School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Liberty Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Carpentersville Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Meadowdale Elem School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Lakewood School | 3.8 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $87,714
- Median home value
- $224,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carpentersville compares
Illinois rank
#363 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$88k
107% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
10
CUSD 300 runs 90% of Carpentersville's public schools
Carpentersville touches 2 districts, but CUSD 300 is the one most addresses actually attend.
CUSD 300 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 3.8 to 6.9 — the spread is inside Carpentersville, not a citywide average.
- CUSD 3009 public · 90%
- Barrington CUSD 2201 public · 10%
About Schools in Carpentersville, Illinois
Carpentersville, Illinois offers parents 10 ranked public schools spanning elementary through high school, with an average score of 5.6 out of 10 — a range that rewards careful comparison before choosing where to plant roots. The landscape skews toward the middle of the performance spectrum, with just one school, or 10% of the total, scoring 7 or above. That distinction belongs to Sunny Hill Elementary School, the clear standout at 8.5 out of 10 and the strongest option in the city for families with young children.
At the elementary level, the gap between Sunny Hill and its peers is significant. Golfview Elementary School scores 6.3, a full 2.2 points below the top performer — meaning families in different attendance zones will have noticeably different starting experiences for their kids. Delacey Family Education Center, a non-traditional program, earns a 6.7, landing above the city average and making it worth a closer look for families who may qualify. Parents should confirm their child's eligibility and program fit before treating it as a straightforward option.
The middle and high school years offer fewer bright spots. Carpentersville Middle School scores 5.7, sitting just above the city average of 5.6, while Dundee-Crown High School ties Golfview at 6.3 — respectable relative to peers but still well below Sunny Hill's benchmark. For parents tracking academic trajectory, the data suggests Carpentersville's strength is concentrated at the elementary level, with performance leveling off as students advance.
Practically speaking, parents prioritizing academics should focus their home search on Sunny Hill's attendance zone. Those already in the district should take time to understand the specific metrics behind each school's score — test proficiency, growth rates, and equity gaps — rather than treating the averages as a final verdict. Carpentersville is not a high-performing district overall, but Sunny Hill proves strong schools exist here. The goal is landing in the right zone and staying engaged throughout the K–12 path.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 267 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 393 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 567 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 272 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 5 | 755 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
| 6 | 443 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
| 7 | 534 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,169 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,561 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 196 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.9 |
Schools in Carpentersville
Carpentersville, Illinois · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,714
Median Home Value
$224,300
Median Rent
$1,421/mo
Population
39,028
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Carpentersville has a median household income of $87,714. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $224,300, with a median rent of $1,421/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Carpentersville, Illinois
How many schools are in Carpentersville, Illinois?
Carpentersville has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carpentersville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carpentersville is 5.5 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 Carpentersville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Carpentersville on MySchoolScout is Perry Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carpentersville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carpentersville on MySchoolScout is Perry Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Carpentersville, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Carpentersville on MySchoolScout is Carpentersville Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Carpentersville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Carpentersville on MySchoolScout is Dundee-Crown High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Carpentersville, Illinois?
Carpentersville is served by 2 school districts: Barrington Cusd 220, Cusd 300.
What is the education level in Carpentersville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Carpentersville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carpentersville, Illinois?
The median household income in Carpentersville is approximately $87,714 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carpentersville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carpentersville 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 Carpentersville, 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.