Best Schools in Wheeling, Illinois
12 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Wheeling?
Use this page to compare every school in Wheeling by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jack London Middle School
Middle · Wheeling Ccsd 21. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mark Twain Elem School
Elementary · Wheeling Ccsd 21. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wheeling 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 Wheeling for 2026 are Jack London Middle School (7.9/10), Mark Twain Elem School (6.8/10), and Wheeling High School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$243,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
7 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$243,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Wheeling schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Wheeling
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack London Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Mark Twain Elem School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Wheeling High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Booth Tarkington Elem School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Oliver W Holmes Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Walt Whitman Elem School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Eugene Field Elem School | 4.2 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $83,449
- Median home value
- $243,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wheeling compares
Illinois rank
#292 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$83k
102% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
Wheeling Ccsd 21 runs 86% of Wheeling's public schools
Wheeling touches 2 districts, but Wheeling Ccsd 21 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Wheeling Ccsd 21 accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.2 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Wheeling, not a citywide average.
- Wheeling Ccsd 216 public · 86%
- Township Hsd 2141 public · 14%
About Schools in Wheeling, Illinois
Wheeling, Illinois is home to 12 schools, including 7 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Wheeling 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 Wheeling is Jack London Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wheeling is served by 2 school districts: Township HSD 214, Wheeling CCSD 21. These districts collectively serve 18,319 students.
Wheeling's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,449. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 447 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 565 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 409 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 | ||
| 4 | 594 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 16 students · Kindergarten–2nd | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 19 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 22 students · Pre-K–7th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 6 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Poko Loko Child Care CenterPrivate 5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 605 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 609 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,749 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Wheeling
Wheeling, Illinois · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,449
Median Home Value
$243,500
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
38,340
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Wheeling has a median household income of $83,449. 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 $243,500, with a median rent of $1,578/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% 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
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Wheeling, Illinois
How many schools are in Wheeling, Illinois?
Wheeling has 12 schools, including 7 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wheeling, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wheeling is 6.0 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 Wheeling, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Wheeling on MySchoolScout is Jack London Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wheeling, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wheeling on MySchoolScout is Mark Twain Elem School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Wheeling, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Wheeling on MySchoolScout is Jack London Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Wheeling, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Wheeling on MySchoolScout is Wheeling High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Wheeling, Illinois?
Wheeling is served by 2 school districts: Township Hsd 214, Wheeling Ccsd 21.
What is the education level in Wheeling, Illinois?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Wheeling have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wheeling, Illinois?
The median household income in Wheeling is approximately $83,449 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Wheeling, Illinois?
Yes, Wheeling has 5 private schools alongside 7 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wheeling, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wheeling is 10.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wheeling, 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.