For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 10,346 students in Hoffman Estates, IL (there are 8 private schools, serving 797 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Hoffman Estates, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hoffman Estates, IL are Higgins Education Center, Fairview Elementary School and Frank C Whiteley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hoffman Estates, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hoffman Estates have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hoffman Estates, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Higgins Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1100 W Higgins Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-6640
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-6640
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
375 Arizona Blvd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5700
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5700
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Frank C Whiteley Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4335 Haman Ave
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 963-7200
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 963-7200
Gr: K-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
J B Conant High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 E Cougar Trl
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-3610
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-3610
Gr: 9-12 | 2,633 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Prairie School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Hillcrest Blvd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5955
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5955
Gr: K-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Dwight D Eisenhower Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Hassell Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5500
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-5500
Gr: 7-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Neil Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1320 Kingsdale Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6700
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6700
Gr: K-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
615 Lakeview Ln
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6600
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6600
Gr: K-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #99.
Hoffman Estates High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 W Higgins Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-5610
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 755-5610
Gr: 9-12 | 2,185 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1010.
John Muir Literacy Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1973 Kensington Ln
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6444
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6444
Gr: K-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1111.
Timber Trails Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1675 Mcdonough Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 289-6640
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 289-6640
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1212.
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Chippendale Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6650
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
(847) 357-6650
Gr: K-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1313.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1650 Maureen Dr
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 289-6639
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 289-6639
Gr: PK-6 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
3805 Winston Dr
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 963-5400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 963-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hoffman Estates, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Hoffman Estates, IL include Higgins Education Center, Fairview Elementary School and Frank C Whiteley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hoffman Estates?
14 public schools are located in Hoffman Estates.
What percentage of students in Hoffman Estates go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Hoffman Estates are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hoffman Estates?
Hoffman Estates public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hoffman Estates are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hoffman Estates include: Neil Armstrong Elementary School vs. Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy, Dwight D Eisenhower Junior High School vs. Lincoln Prairie School, Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy vs. Neil Armstrong Elementary School
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