Public Schools in Lake County, Illinois

Public schools within a county may be organized under a single countywide school district or multiple independent city and community school districts, each with its own elected board, superintendent, and administrative offices. There are 50 Public Schools locations in Lake County, Illinois.

Families in Lake County should identify which school district serves their home address, as multiple districts may operate within the same county with different attendance boundaries, enrollment procedures, and program offerings.

Residents of Lake County can use the state Department of Education's school locator tool to find the specific district and school serving their address, compare school performance ratings, and access contact information for district enrollment offices. County residents with children who have special education needs should contact the district's special education coordinator early to initiate the evaluation process before the school year begins.

You may also find Public Schools locations in neighboring counties including Lake, Cook, McHenry.