For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,480 students in 60061, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 60061, IL are Vernon Hills High School and Roe Alternative Prog Of Lake Co. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60061 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60061, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60061 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vernon Hills High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60061, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vernon Hills High School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
145 Lakeview Pkwy
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 932-2000
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 932-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,480 students
Rank: #22.
Roe Alternative Prog Of Lake Co
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 Center Dr Ste 300
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 543-7833
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 543-7833
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Exceptional Learners Collaborativ
Special Education School
960 Corporate Woods Pkwy
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(224) 513-6444
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(224) 513-6444
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Co Hulse Detention Center 9
Alternative School
25467 N Milwaukee Ave
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 377-7800
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 377-7800
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
60061, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 Aspen Dr
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 990-4300
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
(847) 990-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 60061, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60061, IL include Vernon Hills High School and Roe Alternative Prog Of Lake Co.
How many public high schools are located in 60061?
4 public high schools are located in 60061.
What is the racial composition of students in 60061?
60061 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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