Best Schools in Libertyville, Illinois
13 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Libertyville?
Use this page to compare every school in Libertyville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Adler Park School
Elementary · Libertyville Sd 70. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Highland Middle School
Middle · Libertyville Sd 70. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Oak Grove Elem School
Elementary · Oak Grove Sd 68 Green Oaks. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Libertyville for 2026 are Adler Park School (9.5/10), Highland Middle School (8.8/10), and Oak Grove Elem School (8.6/10), 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
13
7 public · 6 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$535,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
7 public · 6 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$535,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Libertyville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Libertyville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adler Park School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Highland Middle School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Oak Grove Elem School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Libertyville High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Butterfield School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Rockland Elem School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Copeland Manor Elem School | 6.1 / 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
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $169,283
- Median home value
- $535,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 71%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Libertyville compares
Illinois rank
#53 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.1
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$169k
207% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
10
Libertyville SD 70 runs 71% of Libertyville's public schools
Libertyville touches 3 districts, but Libertyville SD 70 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Libertyville SD 70 accounts for 5 of 7 public schools (71%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.1 to 9.5 — the spread is inside Libertyville, not a citywide average.
- Libertyville SD 705 public · 71%
- Chsd 1281 public · 14%
- Oak Grove SD 68 Green Oaks1 public · 14%
About Schools in Libertyville, Illinois
Libertyville, Illinois is home to 13 schools, including 7 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Libertyville perform strongly 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 Libertyville is Adler Park School with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Libertyville is served by 3 school districts: Libertyville SD 70, CHSD 128, Oak Grove SD 68 Green Oaks. These districts collectively serve 6,342 students.
Libertyville's community shows 71% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $169,283. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 224 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.5 | ||
| 2 | 926 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.6 | ||
| 3 | 520 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 4 | 284 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 384 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.1 | ||
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St John Lutheran SchoolPrivate 71 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Joseph Catholic SchoolPrivate 376 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | A Village Green MontessoriPrivate 20 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Alta Vista Montessori SchoolPrivate 6 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | 20 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 719 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,805 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connections Day SchoolPrivate 66 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Libertyville
Libertyville, Illinois · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$169,283
Median Home Value
$535,100
Median Rent
$1,569/mo
Population
28,945
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Libertyville has a median household income of $169,283. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $535,100, with a median rent of $1,569/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% 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
- 10
- 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 Libertyville, Illinois
How many schools are in Libertyville, Illinois?
Libertyville has 13 schools, including 7 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Libertyville, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Libertyville is 7.4 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 Libertyville, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Libertyville on MySchoolScout is Adler Park School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Libertyville, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Libertyville on MySchoolScout is Adler Park School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Libertyville, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Libertyville on MySchoolScout is Highland Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Libertyville, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Libertyville on MySchoolScout is Libertyville High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Libertyville, Illinois?
Libertyville is served by 3 school districts: Libertyville Sd 70, Chsd 128, Oak Grove Sd 68 Green Oaks.
What is the education level in Libertyville, Illinois?
According to Census data, 71% of adults in Libertyville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Libertyville, Illinois?
The median household income in Libertyville is approximately $169,283 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Libertyville, Illinois?
Yes, Libertyville has 6 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Connections Day School with a score of 6.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Libertyville, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Libertyville is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Libertyville, 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.