2023 Best Places to Teach in Will County

• New Lenox, IL•

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  126 reviews

Senior: Lincoln Way has changed my life. I have met so many amazing people and teachers throughout my 4 years of high school. This district has taught me you have to work hard for what you want and never give up until you reach your goals in life. The teachers challenge you day in and day out to ensure you reach your full potential each and everyday. I would not change a thing within the past 4 years of school and i’m said it is my last year as a knight but know that I am well prepared for what comes my way later in life either college or personal life, and to know i’ll always be a knight. Once and knight always a night!... Read 126 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Average teacher salary $87,216

• Frankfort, IL•

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Alum: This school district is truly amazing. I have not had a bad teacher nor have I ever had an encounter with one. I was in this school district for nine years and every year taught me extremely well. The staff is always handling situations accordingly and have given me great opportunities to further extend my education. I just graduated and even throughout Covid-19, teachers and staff were extremely calm and even though my class missed out on many things, they gave us a multitude of fun experiences. This school district is welcoming to new coming students and gives opportunities for students to truly blossom in their education. I have not only learned school lessons, I have learned life lessons that I will carry through my life. The staff truly cares about every single student and will do their best to cater to a specific students needs and go the distance to do so, even when it is difficult. It is a loving and professional district and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $55,084

• Braidwood, IL•

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  11 reviews

Alum: The staff is always willing to help students and because it is not a huge school, there is more time for students to ask questions, or go in for help.... Read 11 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A minus

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Average teacher salary $61,452

• Homer Glen, IL•

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: A great school with a great curriculum. Very pleased with my daughters education. The teachers are top notch.... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $62,870

• Plainfield, IL•

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  199 reviews

Junior: The staff are incredibly invested in the betterment of each individual student's potential. Never has a teacher backed down from sacrificing resources for their students learning experience. The cleanliness practiced by the janitorial staff within the district is impeccably hygienic. The sports teams of all strengths are unconditionally supported by foucused students and determined staff, Go Cougars! Life is your oyster so you wouldn't waste time of it make the world know your dreams and ambitions by joining clubs and getting a well earned relaxing break after school in chess club, speech club, and there are clubs that teach specific languages such as Deutsch, François, and Español if you want to travel the business world with bilingual confidence . As always to each their own adaptability is a respected practice amongst teachers for every student here in Plainfield School District No. 202. Can't wait for more cougar families to enroll see you there!... Read 199 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $61,837

• Joliet, IL•

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  44 reviews

Senior: This school has very nice teachers and lunch ladies but the security guards could be a bit nicer. They always look like someone stole their lunch money. The kids fight often. All in all, it was definitely an experience I won't forget!... Read 44 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Average teacher salary $73,583

• Frankfort, IL•

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Absolutely wonderful school district! They make you feel welcome and that your child matters. The academics are challenging and lots of opportunities for extracurricular activities.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Average teacher salary $59,796

• Lockport, IL•

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• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Average teacher salary $58,597

• Romeoville, IL•

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  53 reviews

Senior: My personal experiences at Bolingbrook High school are ones that I will never forget. Along with those experiences are numerous friends, amazing teachers, and memories that I will hold dear to my heart. I have shared the halls with many people that share common goals and want to continue on their path of success; with that I have had the pleasure of working with tremendous teachers who take pride in helping you not only be great students-but even better people. Given that I was a student athlete all of my four years at BHS, I had the opportunity of playing for coaches who take to heart the idea of being amazing people on and off of the field/court/mat. I would like to thank Bolingbrook High School for having a large impact on the person I am today. Whoever you are, Wherever you go, Honor Bolingbrook, Honor the Raiders!... Read 53 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade B minus

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Average teacher salary $59,865

• Lockport, IL•

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: What I liked about going to Lockport was the amount of preparation they help their students with before they graduate. I would like to see the culture created by the students change because I felt quite isolated.... Read 1 review

• grade B

• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $55,168

• Plainfield, IL•

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  4 reviews

Alum: The Troy elementary school system was very good it taught me to be a kid and how to enjoy school. It also showed me how to grow better for bigger settings. The middle school system was rougher but it helped shaped me to be a person I am today.... Read 4 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Average teacher salary $50,751

• Manhattan, IL•

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• grade B+

• grade A

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Average teacher salary $53,459

• New Lenox, IL•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: I grew up in the New Lenox School district and I loved my experience. I feel that all the teachers and staff members always had the students best interest at heart. I having smaller class sizes would have made the experience better just because I personally like the one on one better because I feel like I learn better in those type of settings than I do in big group settings. Other than that I feel that the New Lenox School district is definitely a place I would recommend sending your kids to.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Average teacher salary $52,367

• Channahon, IL•

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  Rating 2 out of 5  1 review

• grade B

• grade B

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $53,178

• Steger, IL•

• School District

• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Average teacher salary $49,614

• Mokena, IL•

• School District

• grade B

• grade B minus

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $54,919

• Wilmington, IL•

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  7 reviews

Senior: Wilmington school district is decent. Teachers are very involved, some are even from town. Many cool opportunities, such as dual credit courses and special classes, such as Outdoor Education. However, often times teachers just give answers and it's difficult to learn. In many classes, we are given a computer to work on. However, that just makes it easier to get offtrack.... Read 7 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade C+

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $49,191

• Joliet, IL•

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  5 reviews

Senior: Joliet Public School has always been for me a place for fun, community and learning. Throughout the years I have grown surrounded by supportive teachers and administrative members. I could not have been happier. It has given me many opportunities to discover myself, the world and its complexities. I have studied a lot but I have also meat some of my best friends, and had my best laughs. I am proud to represent Joliet Public School and the values it has taught me.... Read 5 reviews

• grade C

• grade C

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Average teacher salary $54,699

• Peotone, IL•

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  14 reviews

Senior: I like the teachers and the atmosphere, everybody’s knows each other and are super friendly! Although I would like to see the attitudes that some students have towards teachers and their peers change.... Read 14 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C+

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Average teacher salary $42,966

• Crete, IL•

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  Rating 3.42 out of 5  31 reviews

Junior: Despite what many people have to say about Crete, it is actually a very good school. Just like every school it may have setbacks and conflicts, but Crete, as a whole, tends to rise above past mistakes. The teachers and classes, depending on the ones you take, mentally challenge you for things beyond high school. As a student I know the leaders do their best to make everyone feel welcome and enjoy their overall high school experience.... Read 31 reviews

• grade C+

• grade C

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Average teacher salary $49,370