Public schools in North Chicago, IL
6 open public schools with an address in North Chicago, operated by 1 education agency. Compare size, staffing, grade spans, and school type, then confirm assignment with the district.
Public schools
6
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
Reported students
2,748
6 schools reporting · NCES 2024–25
Median student–teacher ratio
13.9:1
Illinois median 13:1
Charter schools
1
0 virtual
An overview of North Chicago public schools
The federal directory lists 6 public schools in North Chicago, IL: 3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 combined or other. The 6 schools that reported 2024–25 membership enrolled 2,748 students, an average of 458 per school. The largest campus is North Chicago Community High Sch (898 students), and the largest elementary school is A J Katzenmaier Academy (387).
Every listed school belongs to North Chicago SD 187. City names come from school mailing addresses, which often differ from district or municipal boundaries.
Across schools that reported staffing, the median student–teacher ratio is 13.9:1, higher than the statewide school median of 13:1. A ratio counts classroom-teacher FTE against total enrollment, so specialized programs and part-time staffing can move it; ask schools for actual class sizes by grade.
School choice options include 1 charter school. Application windows and lotteries usually open months before the school year.
About 96% of students in reporting schools were eligible for free or reduced-price meals in 2024–25. This describes the community served; it is not a quality signal, and community-eligibility schools can report differently.
School districts and agencies serving North Chicago
Elementary schools in North Chicago
3| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A J Katzenmaier Academy North Chicago SD 187 | 04–05 | 387 | 14.9:1 | |
| Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago SD 187 | KG–03 | 354 | 11.8:1 | |
| LEARN 10 Charter School North Chicago SD 187 · Charter | KG–08 | 297 | 12.9:1 |
Middle schools in North Chicago
1| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neal Math Science Academy North Chicago SD 187 | 06–08 | 601 | 15.4:1 |
High schools in North Chicago
1| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Chicago Community High Sch North Chicago SD 187 | 09–12 | 898 | 15.2:1 |
Combined, early-childhood, and other schools in North Chicago
1| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Early Childhood Center North Chicago SD 187 | PK–PK | 211 | 10.9:1 |
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White2.9%
- Hispanic61.7%
- Black31.8%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2.8%
Enrollment-weighted across 6 North Chicago schools with NCES CCD 2024–25 race/ethnicity counts (2,748 students). Privacy suppression can leave small gaps.
Questions about public schools in North Chicago
How many public schools are in North Chicago, IL?
The current NCES directory lists 6 open public schools with a location address in North Chicago: 3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 combined or other. Together they reported 2,748 students in 2024–25. The count includes charter, alternative, and special-purpose public schools; it excludes private schools.
Which school districts serve North Chicago?
All listed public schools with an address in North Chicago belong to North Chicago SD 187. Mailing cities do not always match district boundaries, so confirm the district for a specific home address.
What is the largest public high school in North Chicago?
North Chicago Community High Sch reported the largest high-school enrollment in North Chicago, with 898 students in 2024–25 (grades 09–12). Size is a description of the campus, not a quality measure.
Are there charter schools in North Chicago?
Yes. 1 of the 6 public schools in North Chicago are identified as charter schools in the NCES directory, including LEARN 10 Charter School. Charter schools are public and tuition-free, but admission usually uses an application or lottery.
What is the typical student–teacher ratio in North Chicago schools?
The median reported student–teacher ratio across North Chicago public schools is 13.9:1, higher than the Illinois school median of 13:1. The ratio divides enrollment by classroom-teacher FTE; it is not an average class size.
Does living in North Chicago guarantee a seat at a specific school?
No. Assignment depends on the district's attendance boundaries, programs, and enrollment rules, which can split a city or cross city lines. Use the district profile and its official boundary or school-locator tool to confirm the assigned school for an exact address.
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Sources: NCES Common Core of Data 2025–26 preliminary directory (schools, grades, addresses, charter status) and 2024–25 nonfiscal files (enrollment, teachers, race/ethnicity, meal eligibility); Civil Rights Data Collection 2021–22 (AP and computer science). Cities are grouped by school mailing address. Methodology · All Illinois cities