Best Schools in Roselle, Illinois
8 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Roselle 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.
Roselle Middle School
Middle · Roselle Sd 12. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Medinah Middle School
Middle · Medinah Sd 11. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Waterbury Elem School
Elementary · Keeneyville Sd 20. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Roselle for 2026 are Roselle Middle School (8.8/10), Medinah Middle School (8.7/10), and Waterbury Elem School (7.7/10), 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
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$323,000
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$323,000
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +20.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Roselle schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Roselle
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roselle Middle School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Medinah Middle School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Waterbury Elem School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Lake Park High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Frederick Nerge Elem School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Spring Hills Elem School | 5.4 / 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
- $109,322
- Median home value
- $323,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Roselle compares
Illinois rank
#64 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$109k
133% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
8
Roselle's public schools split across 5 districts
No single ISD owns Roselle. The public campuses divide among 5 districts.
The largest shares: Roselle SD 12 (2), Keeneyville SD 20 (1), Lake Park Chsd 108 (1).
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Roselle, not a citywide average.
- Roselle SD 122 public · 33%
- Keeneyville SD 201 public · 17%
- Lake Park Chsd 1081 public · 17%
- Medinah SD 111 public · 17%
- Schaumburg Ccsd 541 public · 17%
About Schools in Roselle, Illinois
Roselle, Illinois is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Roselle 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 Roselle is Roselle Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Roselle is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 20,387 students.
Roselle's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $109,322. 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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 439 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 621 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 483 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Walter SchoolPrivate 341 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Trinity Lutheran SchoolPrivate 139 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 222 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 238 students · 6th–8th | 8.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,579 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Roselle
Roselle, Illinois · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$109,322
Median Home Value
$323,000
Median Rent
$1,498/mo
Population
24,231
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Roselle has a median household income of $109,322. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $323,000, with a median rent of $1,498/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Roselle, Illinois
How many schools are in Roselle, Illinois?
Roselle has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Roselle, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Roselle 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 Roselle, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Roselle on MySchoolScout is Roselle Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Roselle, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Roselle on MySchoolScout is Waterbury Elem School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Roselle, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Roselle on MySchoolScout is Roselle Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Roselle, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Roselle on MySchoolScout is Lake Park High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Roselle, Illinois?
Roselle is served by 5 school districts: Keeneyville Sd 20, Lake Park Chsd 108, Medinah Sd 11, Roselle Sd 12, Schaumburg Ccsd 54.
What is the education level in Roselle, Illinois?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Roselle have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Roselle, Illinois?
The median household income in Roselle is approximately $109,322 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Roselle, Illinois?
Yes, Roselle has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Walter School with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Roselle, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Roselle is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Roselle, 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.