2023 Most Diverse School Districts in Illinois

• 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

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• grade A+

• Total schools 20

• Students 15,521

• Rock Island, IL•

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  33 reviews

Senior: I really like Rock Island School District. I started school in the district since I was in first grade. I like all my teachers that I had. The teacher is very good with encouraging their student about learning. When I first started school in the district, I didn’t speak a word of English. My teacher and friends helps me to learn the new language and that how I was able to speak a different language. I am now a senior in Rock Island High School and doing the best I can. Going to school was very fun and everywhere I go I make now friends. I feel safe when going to school because I believe that the teacher will do anything they can to protect their student.... Read 33 reviews

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• grade A+

• Total schools 14

• Students 6,123

• Bloomington, IL•

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  29 reviews

Junior: Bloomington School District 87 is a great district with great facilities. The grade schools and high school are very organized and accomodating. The junior high is ok, but not always organized in their events. The overall feel district is great!... Read 29 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total schools 9

• Students 5,079

• Dekalb, IL•

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  22 reviews

Junior: I have been at the Dekalb school District all my life. The school District has evolved in Diversity and academically. The Dekalb school District has many academic opportunities and it has challenged me in many ways. There are many choices in Math, Science, History, and English that you can chose from once you enter Highschool which is a great opportunity. It also has many options in AP classes so you can challenge yourself. There are also many resources and teachers that offer help. They have difficult classes to prepare yourself for college and they always push you to become better.... Read 22 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Total schools 12

• Students 6,618

• Champaign, IL•

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  66 reviews

Senior: I like the overall atmosphere of the school. Even while being a public school the school is still able to maintain a welcoming atmosphere. There is little to no discrimination and the school welcomes all. My only criticism would be, like any schools, it could definitely approve on how they treat their staff, as well as how much staff they keep employed. As well as recent conflicts in the school which led us to know have to carry identification and pass through metal detectors on our way into the school. But I feel this makes me feel even slightly safer.... Read 66 reviews

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• grade A+

• Total schools 20

• Students 10,177

• Rockford, IL•

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  72 reviews

Senior: At East High School, where I attend, I have been given an abundance of opportunities to grow. From the numerous amount of AP courses offered to the PLTW courses that have allowed me to broaden my engineering knowledge and move me down that path, there are endless opportunities. I have had great teachers that motivate, push, and inspire me to do better and to always work hard for what I want. My counselor and academy coach are also just as involved in my well being and education as my core teachers. The staff is dedicated to making a difference in the student's lives and help out in our social lives and extracurriculars as much as they can to support us even outside of the classroom. We have been given SAT prep courses for no charge, seminars and workshops for college readiness, and many other courses and activities to prepare us for life beyond high school. I am proud to say that I come from East High School.... Read 72 reviews

• grade C

• grade A+

• Total schools 46

• Students 26,739

• Des Plaines, IL•

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Alum: True sense of inclusion here. I’ve always appreciated the rich diversity of students and staff and how they make an effort to respect all backgrounds. The community, though small, is kind.... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Total schools 7

• Students 3,477

• Addison, IL•

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  18 reviews

Junior: In my experience with Dupage 88, I have never felt unsafe or in danger. We have overall some pretty tough classes, especially AP classes. We have various resources to help with the heavy classes. The teachers are generally friendly and teach pretty well. There is a lot of diversity, and the school is very accepting of everyone. The facilities are normally decent but could use some work here and there. I feel like the sports teams could be improved. Especially the girl's sports. Additionally, I feel like the school could do more to prepare us for not only the academic part of college but everything else surrounding that. overall though no big complaints!... Read 18 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Total schools 2

• Students 3,940

• Oak Lawn, IL•

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  36 reviews

Alum: As a graduate of 2022 I had more interesting experiences throughout high school than most. Half of my high school experience was taken away but I wouldn’t have done such great things anywhere else. Teachers and staff really tried to help the students at Shepard high school and we all become one really strong family together. I have met staff members that are now my second family forever and always. They helped me find my way and even convinced to take a leap of faith for my future, for a career that is not heard of often but I have a passion for. You can’t find a better school to have such strong support at other than Alan b. Shepard wether it be from simple conversations with security guards or life goals with your reading teacher. This school and it’s many MANY class varieties shaped my passions for the rest of my education.... Read 36 reviews

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• grade A+

• Total schools 4

• Students 5,333

• Hanover Park, IL•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: Keeneyville School District is very good and has great teachers, but there is not a lot of diversity. Also, they have good opportunities, but they should have more.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,382

• Skokie, IL•

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  Rating 4.29 out of 5  55 reviews

Junior: I believe that Niles Township Community High School is incredible and here's why. The teachers have a huge impact on my education because they are very understanding, push me towards my goals and they bring positive energy with them in each lesson. Another reason why I like Niles Township community High School is because of the new opportunities that they have laid out for students. These opportunities are about personal interest or to simply get further into your education. These opportunities are open to all students.... Read 55 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Total schools 4

• Students 4,659

• Joliet, IL•

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  48 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 48 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Total schools 4

• Students 6,800

• Skokie, IL•

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Close-knit community school district with special attention for each individual child enrolled. Implementation of specialized programs and unique learning spaces allows for bonding of classmates and a more open mind for the kids.... Read 1 review

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Total schools 3

• Students 1,764

• Zion, IL•

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  93 reviews

Senior: High school seemed to me like it passed by really fast, yet I learned many valuable lessons, made good memories, and life long friendships along the way. My family has gone to Zion Benton Township High School for 4 generations, which is quite impressive because not many can say that their 92-year-old grandmother walked the same halls as you. I learned the value of hard work pays off, preparation is a stepping stone to success, and I'm in control of my life. Some of the great examples of good memories I made were quite simple yet so meaningful; performing out on the football field with the marching band at halftime, then racing over to the other side of the field, giving my clarinet to my coach, and going back go to twirl for my school's song! The atmosphere, the adrenaline rush, my friends and family cheering us on, made my high school experience one I'll never forget. It was tough, but Zion Benton made my high school career one I wouldn't change for the world and that I'll soon miss.... Read 93 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A

• Total schools 2

• Students 2,600

• Aurora, IL•

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  23 reviews

Alum: I attended school k-12 in the district of 129! These years are the most important developmentally. My elementary, middle and high school really allowed me to express myself. I learned a lot and I grew my knowledge. I grew as a person. I give a big thanks to school district 129!... Read 23 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Total schools 17

• Students 11,253

• Skokie, IL•

• School District

• grade B+

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 1,716

• Moline, IL•

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  Rating 3.73 out of 5  11 reviews

Alum: Moline Senior High School was a great school. I learned many things in all my classes and my teachers were great when it came to me needing a little extra help. I played soccer for three years and loved every minute of it. I was able to stay active while being pushed academically. The school offers many programs and events to keep us from overwhelming ourselves throughout testing periods. Now that I am in college, I believe Moline High School prepared me to be successful. I loved my high school experience and hope to one day be able to go back and teach there and inspire future students like my teachers inspired me to be a teacher.... Read 11 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Total schools 15

• Students 7,183

• Urbana, IL•

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  38 reviews

Senior: There are multiple activities my favorite were dance and soccer. There is a lot of diversity so you feel more welcomed because you can talk to any one. They have bilingual classes for those who struggle with English. There are also teacher and staff who help you with school related things and also outside of school problems or activities. The school is semi big and the location is safe. The school is big on safety so they always have cameras on and a police officer around. The cafeteria is a cool place to relax and eat good food and snacks, we are lucky to have a variety of meals and choice from which to pick from. I also like that many clubs and teams get to travel to other states or cities to play and or learn. Like the African American club, they have traveled to Atlanta and Washington and hopefully soon North Carolina.... Read 38 reviews

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• grade A

• Total schools 11

• Students 4,071

• Evanston, IL•

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  33 reviews

Senior: The teachers are qualified, and kind people, and I have learned a throughout my time at ETHS. I feel very prepared for my collegiate pursuits and very lucky that I got to attend this school. However, as with any school, you get out what you put in. ETHS definitely has the resources that students need to be prepared for college and the real world from before-school breakfast programs to the wild-kit academy, a weekend program that students can attend if they need extra help. ETHS's curriculum of classes prepares students for different career paths and opportunities, from academic classes like AP English to more trades-focused classes like Manufacturing Technology. Students are encouraged to try different types of classes to probe their interests, all of which provide quality education. To summarize, ETHS gives students the opportunity to achieve a great, well-rounded education that will prepare them to tackle whatever life throws at them after they graduate... Read 33 reviews

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• grade A

• Total schools 2

• Students 3,731

• Freeport, IL•

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  Rating 3.44 out of 5  45 reviews

Senior: My experience with the Freeport School District No. 145 was a good one. In my Math and English classes, the teachers really just taught in a way that made it all click and comes together in one coherent class. In my Science and Social Studies classes, the teachers always made it interesting and as someone who thoroughly enjoys both subjects, it made it all the better. Joining the NJROTC Unit was a great decision and I recommend it. The instructors were very knowledgeable and taught me many things about the Navy, but also things about life. We would have lessons about how to be more proactive and efficient in our lives and they used personal experience to illustrate how it would help us in our lives. The football coaches worked us hard on and off the field. They would hold study sessions before all the practices and kept on us about our grades. Overall, my experience was great and I won't forget the time I spent here and the skills I learned through my 4 years at Freeport Highschool.... Read 45 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A

• Total schools 8

• Students 3,581

• Collinsville, IL•

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  69 reviews

Senior: I liked that Collinsville was such a diverse school. Being so diverse you get to experience so many different perspectives. Having so many different types of people around you, helps students find at least somebody they fit in with. Students want to be able to make friends at school and Collinsville gives them that opportunity. I also liked Collinsville's college preparation. Without it I couldn't tell you where I would be. It definitely wouldn't be the track i'm on now. I am very thankful for all the opportunities offered. I began earning college credits while still being in high school at Collinsville. Collinsville has a vocational learning center that accepts students from almost every surrounding school. They usually have to meet certain requirements with their main school but they travel to collinsville and earn college credits as well. This helped me so much and others. If Collinsville has taught me anything it would be to always achieve further than what's expected.... Read 69 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Total schools 12

• Students 6,083

• Palatine, IL•

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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  107 reviews

Senior: My school district ranks number 1! It meets excellence marks in every category listed on this form. I’m very involved in the school and the faculty in charge of the athletics and clubs go above and beyond! It’s a very inclusive school in every aspect and students feel they are part of something special.... Read 107 reviews

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• grade A

• Total schools 7

• Students 11,968

• O Fallon, IL•

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• grade B

• grade A

• Total schools 2

• Students 568

• Oak Forest, IL•

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: Great school..great people..my daughter has gone on to high school and she loved her teachers...my sin is in 7th grade and he is doing very well... Read 1 review

• grade B

• grade A

• Total schools 4

• Students 1,155

• Elk Grove Vlg, IL•

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: My children have been attending CCSD59 and we have had a great experience with the community and the teaching, non-teaching staff. Some incidents stand out when I think of the teachers. Last year was quite challenging for us just like for many other neighborhood parents. The school psychologist extended tremendous support in keeping the mental health of our kids in the most efficient manner. We had a PE teacher that cared for our our young student in a professional manner. I cannot thank the staff enough for all the efforts they take to keep the environment safe for our kids.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A

• Total schools 15

• Students 6,138