For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 538 students in Highwood, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Highwood, IL is Oak Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highwood, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Highwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Highwood, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
240 Prairie Ave
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Highwood, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Highwood, IL include Oak Terrace Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Highwood?
1 public schools are located in Highwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Highwood?
Highwood public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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