Best Schools in Lockport, Illinois
12 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lockport by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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William J Butler School
Elementary · Homer Ccsd 33c. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fairmont School
Elementary · Fairmont Sd 89. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ludwig Elem School
Elementary · Will County Sd 92. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lockport for 2026 are William J Butler School (7.4/10), Fairmont School (7.3/10), and Ludwig Elem School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
12
8 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$287,100
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
12
8 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$287,100
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lockport
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | William J Butler School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Fairmont School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Ludwig Elem School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Lockport Township High Sch East | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Milne Grove Elem School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Kelvin Grove JR High School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 7 | St Dennis School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Lupine Montessori School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | St Joseph Elementary School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Taft Grade School | 4.6 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $104,271
- Median home value
- $287,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
55% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lockport compares
Illinois rank
#164 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$104k
127% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Lockport, Illinois
Lockport, Illinois is home to 12 schools, including 8 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Lockport 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 Lockport is Walsh Elem School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lockport is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 10,011 students.
Lockport's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $104,271. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.
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 | 346 students · Pre-K–1st | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 567 students · 2nd–4th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 291 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 316 students · 4th–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 5 | 245 students · Pre-K–3rd | 7.0 | ||
| 6 | 258 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.6 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Dennis School
Private
149 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | Lupine Montessori School
Private
48 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 3 | St Joseph Elementary School
Private
86 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.0 | ||
| 4 | Bobbie Noonans Child Care Center
Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 271 students · 4th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,817 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Lockport
Lockport, Illinois · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,271
Median Home Value
$287,100
Median Rent
$1,488/mo
Population
36,841
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Lockport has a median household income of $104,271. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,100, with a median rent of $1,488/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lockport, Illinois
How many schools are in Lockport, Illinois?
Lockport has 12 schools, including 8 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lockport, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lockport is 6.5 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 Lockport, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Lockport on MySchoolScout is William J Butler School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lockport, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lockport on MySchoolScout is William J Butler School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Lockport, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Lockport on MySchoolScout is Kelvin Grove JR High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Lockport, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Lockport on MySchoolScout is Lockport Township High Sch East with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Lockport, Illinois?
Lockport is served by 6 school districts: Lockport Sd 91, Fairmont Sd 89, Homer Ccsd 33c, Lockport Twp Hsd 205, Will County Sd 92, Taft Sd 90.
What is the education level in Lockport, Illinois?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Lockport have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lockport, Illinois?
The median household income in Lockport is approximately $104,271 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lockport, Illinois?
Yes, Lockport has 4 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Dennis School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lockport, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lockport is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lockport, 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.