Best Schools in West Chicago, Illinois
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in West Chicago?
Use this page to compare every school in West Chicago by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gary Elementary School
Elementary · West Chicago Esd 33. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Benjamin Middle School
Middle · Benjamin Sd 25. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Leman Middle School
Middle · West Chicago Esd 33. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in West Chicago for 2026 are Gary Elementary School (8.7/10), Benjamin Middle School (8.5/10), and Leman Middle School (7.6/10), 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$313,600
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$313,600
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 59% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among West Chicago schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among West Chicago schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in West Chicago
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gary Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Benjamin Middle School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Leman Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Norton Creek Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Turner Elem School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Currier Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Wegner Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Pioneer Elem School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 9 | West Chicago Comm High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Indian Knoll Elem School | 5.0 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $105,063
- Median home value
- $313,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West Chicago compares
Illinois rank
#156 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$105k
128% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
11
West Chicago Esd 33 runs 73% of West Chicago's public schools
West Chicago touches 4 districts, but West Chicago Esd 33 is the one most addresses actually attend.
West Chicago Esd 33 accounts for 8 of 11 public schools (73%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 8.7 — the spread is inside West Chicago, not a citywide average.
- West Chicago Esd 338 public · 73%
- Benjamin SD 251 public · 9%
- Chsd 941 public · 9%
- St Charles CUSD 3031 public · 9%
About Schools in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, Illinois is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in West Chicago 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 West Chicago is Gary Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
West Chicago is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 17,678 students.
West Chicago's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,063. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 415 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 506 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 295 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 363 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 5 | 365 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 |
| 6 | 343 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 7 | 296 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 students · 5th–8th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 1,098 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,074 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.4 |
Schools in West Chicago
West Chicago, Illinois · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,063
Median Home Value
$313,600
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
33,711
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
West Chicago has a median household income of $105,063. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $313,600, with a median rent of $1,400/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in West Chicago, Illinois
How many schools are in West Chicago, Illinois?
West Chicago has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Chicago, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West Chicago is 6.8 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 West Chicago, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in West Chicago on MySchoolScout is Gary Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Chicago, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Chicago on MySchoolScout is Gary Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in West Chicago, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in West Chicago on MySchoolScout is Benjamin Middle School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in West Chicago, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in West Chicago on MySchoolScout is West Chicago Comm High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve West Chicago, Illinois?
West Chicago is served by 4 school districts: Benjamin Sd 25, St Charles Cusd 303, Chsd 94, West Chicago Esd 33.
What is the education level in West Chicago, Illinois?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in West Chicago have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West Chicago, Illinois?
The median household income in West Chicago is approximately $105,063 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Chicago, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West Chicago is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Chicago, 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.