Best Schools in Lincolnshire, Illinois
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lincolnshire by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Daniel Wright JR High School
Middle · Lincolnshire-prairieview Sd 103. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Adlai E Stevenson High School
High · Adlai E Stevenson Hsd 125. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Half Day School
Elementary · Lincolnshire-prairieview Sd 103. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lincolnshire for 2026 are Daniel Wright JR High School (9.7/10), Adlai E Stevenson High School (9.5/10), and Half Day School (9.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$569,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$569,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lincolnshire
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Wright JR High School | 9.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Adlai E Stevenson High School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Half Day School | 9.3 / 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
- 9.1/10
- Median household income
- $157,366
- Median home value
- $569,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 72%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lincolnshire compares
Illinois rank
#3 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.9
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$157k
192% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Lincolnshire, Illinois
Lincolnshire, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 9.1 out of 10, schools in Lincolnshire perform strongly 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 Lincolnshire is Daniel Wright JR High School with a composite score of 9.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lincolnshire is served by 2 school districts: Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103, Adlai E Stevenson HSD 125. These districts collectively serve 6,509 students.
Lincolnshire's community shows 72% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $157,366. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 613 students · 3rd–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 543 students · Pre-K–2nd | 8.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 739 students · 6th–8th | 9.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4,614 students · 9th–12th | 9.5 |
Schools in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$157,366
Median Home Value
$569,900
Median Rent
$2,682/mo
Population
8,728
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Lincolnshire has a median household income of $157,366. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $569,900, with a median rent of $2,682/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lincolnshire, Illinois
How many schools are in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
Lincolnshire has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lincolnshire is 9.1 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 Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Lincolnshire on MySchoolScout is Daniel Wright JR High School with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lincolnshire on MySchoolScout is Half Day School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Lincolnshire on MySchoolScout is Daniel Wright JR High School with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What is the best high school in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Lincolnshire on MySchoolScout is Adlai E Stevenson High School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lincolnshire, Illinois?
Lincolnshire is served by 2 school districts: Lincolnshire-prairieview Sd 103, Adlai E Stevenson Hsd 125.
What is the education level in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
According to Census data, 72% of adults in Lincolnshire have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The median household income in Lincolnshire is approximately $157,366 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lincolnshire, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lincolnshire 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 Lincolnshire, 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.