For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 503 students in Great Lakes, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Great Lakes, IL is Learn Chtr School 6 N Chicago Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Great Lakes, IL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Great Lakes have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Great Lakes, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learn Chtr School 6 N Chicago Campus
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3131 Sheridan Rd
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 377-0600
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 377-0600
Gr: K-8 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Great Lakes, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Great Lakes, IL include Learn Chtr School 6 N Chicago Campus.
How many public middle schools are located in Great Lakes?
1 public middle schools are located in Great Lakes.
What is the racial composition of students in Great Lakes?
Great Lakes public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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