Directory of K-12 Schools (Private & Public)

Skokie School District 73½ has established a set of guiding principles.  The principles represent the best thinking of District 73½ staff, parents, students and community members.  These principles will continue to evolve as we grow and move forward. Our guiding principles:

• Our school will support and inspire our students;

• Our students will be critical thinkers and creative problem solvers;

• Our community will demonstrate integrity and respect; 

• Our graduates will help make the world a better place.

Grades K through 5

District 68's vision is to engage all students in a comprehensive education necessary for an enriched and productive life in a continuously changing global society.

It is among the few public elementary schools in Illinois to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10.

School District 72 is dedicated to providing a safe and caring educational environment where parents, teachers and administrators will work in partnership with the community in preparing students to become productive citizens in a multicultural world.

Kindergarten through 8

East Prairie School District 73 will create a learning organization that promotes experimentation, invention and personal growth so that all learners will be successful in a global society.

Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Dedicated to providing a safe and caring educational environment where parents, teachers and administrators will work in partnership with the community in preparing the students to become productive citizens in our multicultural world.

Grades kindergarten through 5th.

Jane Stenson School is one of the three elementary schools in Skokie School District 68. About 300 students from kindergarten through 5th grade attend. Our students come from many ethnic backgrounds.

Lincoln Junior High serves 6th-8th grades with a diverse population of approximately 500 students and 60 staff members. We offer a curriculum of Math, Science, Language Arts, Social Studies, Physical Education, Applied Technology, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Art, Drama, Spanish, English Language Learner, Family and Consumer Science and Special Education programs.

Grades kindergarten through 8

As one of two premier magnet schools servicing the Evanston/Skokie community, King Lab Magnet School is considered an incubator of best practices with a special emphasis on Fine Arts integration. As a school, we embrace and appreciate cultural differences and unique learning styles.

The staff is equipped and prepared to deliver a relevant and rigorous curriculum supported by scientifically-based instructional strategies, innovative ideas, and cutting-edge technology – all of which enhances our ability to produce desired outcomes. Most importantly, the staff is very caring, committed, and passionate about every child’s schooling experience and their future endeavors.

Grades 6 through 8

At McCracken, we pride ourselves on being ready, respectful and responsible at all times. Our faculty is well-educated and dedicated, and your children will receive an educational experience like no other when they are here!

Aside from our strong and varied academic program, there are plenty of opportunities for students to get involved in school life. Whether it is playing in our award-winning bands, singing with highly regarded choirs, participating in the play, working on Science Olympiad, or engaging in an afterschool sport, McCracken students are well-rounded and enjoy their time here.

McCracken also is a community. Walking through the halls here gives you the feeling that everyone knows each other, and cares about each other. Our diversity is another aspect of the school of which we are so very proud. Students in our school speak over 50 different languages at home, and we pride ourselves in being welcoming and interested in every student (and family’s) background. 

Academic excellence is pursued with a strong emphasis on language arts, math, science, social studies, music, art, computer technology and Spanish in grades K-8.

Students accomplishments are recognized and applauded. Student awards include: A and B Honor Roll, perfect attendance, and "Student of the Week", which highlights good citizenship and responsible actions.