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Best Elementary Schools in Illinois
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Illinois boasts some of the finest elementary schools in Illinois through strong academics and a commitment to forward-thinking education initiatives. Within the state, there are over 4,300 elementary schools. Public schools have an impressive 13:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and this helps create more individualized classrooms. Recent data show a 5-point increase in English Language Arts proficiency for Chicago Public Schools students, which is an indication that the state is moving in a positive direction. Illinois has made other improvements for kids as well, including the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan, expanded computer science opportunities, dual-language support, and social-emotional learning initiatives. All of these initiatives create a solid learning environment and are why families continue to move to Illinois for quality elementary education. You can also explore the best middle schools in Illinois.