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Best Darien Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,420 students in Darien, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Darien, IL are Concord Elementary School, Cass Jr High School and Lace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Darien, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Darien have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Darien, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Concord Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1019 Concord Pl
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Gr: PK-4 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Cass Jr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8502 Bailey Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Gr: 5-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Lace Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7414 S Cass Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 968-2589
Gr: 3-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Eisenhower Jr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1410 75th St
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 964-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Elizabeth Ide Elementary School
2000 Manning Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 783-5200
Gr: PK-2 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Mark Delay School
6801 Wilmette Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 852-0200
Gr: PK-2 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Darien, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Darien, IL include Concord Elementary School, Cass Jr High School and Lace Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Darien?
6 public elementary schools are located in Darien.
What is the racial composition of students in Darien?
Darien public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Darien are often viewed compared to one another?

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