Best Schools in Rolling Meadows, Illinois
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Rolling Meadows by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Plum Grove JR High School
Middle · Palatine Ccsd 15. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carl Sandburg JR High School
Middle · Palatine Ccsd 15. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rolling Meadows High School
High · Township Hsd 214. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rolling Meadows for 2026 are Plum Grove JR High School (7.9/10), Carl Sandburg JR High School (7.8/10), and Rolling Meadows High School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$295,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$295,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rolling Meadows schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rolling Meadows
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plum Grove JR High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Carl Sandburg JR High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Rolling Meadows High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Central Road Elem School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Kimball Hill Elem School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Willow Bend Elem 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $96,213
- Median home value
- $295,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rolling Meadows compares
Illinois rank
#251 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$96k
117% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
6
Palatine Ccsd 15 runs 83% of Rolling Meadows's public schools
Rolling Meadows touches 2 districts, but Palatine Ccsd 15 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Palatine Ccsd 15 accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.8 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Rolling Meadows, not a citywide average.
- Palatine Ccsd 155 public · 83%
- Township Hsd 2141 public · 17%
About Schools in Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Rolling Meadows, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Rolling Meadows show moderate performance 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 Rolling Meadows is Plum Grove JR High School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rolling Meadows is served by 2 school districts: Township HSD 214, Palatine CCSD 15. These districts collectively serve 23,298 students.
Rolling Meadows's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,213. The poverty rate in the area is 7.1%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 388 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | 488 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.1 | ||
| 3 | 975 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Acorn Oaks AcademyPrivate 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 834 students · 7th–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 450 students · 7th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,067 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Rolling Meadows
Rolling Meadows, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$96,213
Median Home Value
$295,000
Median Rent
$1,561/mo
Population
22,949
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Community Profile
Rolling Meadows has a median household income of $96,213. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $295,000, with a median rent of $1,561/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% 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
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Rolling Meadows, Illinois
How many schools are in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
Rolling Meadows has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rolling Meadows 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 Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Rolling Meadows on MySchoolScout is Plum Grove JR High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rolling Meadows on MySchoolScout is Central Road Elem School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Rolling Meadows on MySchoolScout is Plum Grove JR High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Rolling Meadows on MySchoolScout is Rolling Meadows High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
Rolling Meadows is served by 2 school districts: Township Hsd 214, Palatine Ccsd 15.
What is the education level in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Rolling Meadows have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The median household income in Rolling Meadows is approximately $96,213 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
Yes, Rolling Meadows has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rolling Meadows, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rolling Meadows is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rolling Meadows, 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.