Top 25 Most Diverse School Districts in Cook County, According to Niche

Diversity in schools plays a crucial role in broadening a child’s perspective and fostering inclusivity. For parents and educators seeking a snapshot of diverse learning environments in Cook County, Niche, a trusted platform for school and community rankings, has released its 2025 Most Diverse School Districts list.

This comprehensive ranking evaluates school districts based on ethnic and economic diversity, using detailed data sourced from the U.S. Census. By highlighting diversity across communities, these insights can help families make informed decisions about their child’s education.

See the ranking of the top 50 most diverse school districts in Cook County as well as its overall Niche grade below.

This story was updated on Jan. 3, 2025 by Chicago Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. Her work included updating the list with 2025 rankings and adding a graphic of the most diverse school districts in Cook County. Questions? Email katina@chicagoparent.com.

Most diverse school districts in Cook County

1. East Maine School District No. 63, Des Plaines (B+)
2. Skokie School District No. 69, Skokie (B+)
3. Community High School District No. 218, Oak Lawn (B+)
4. Skokie School District No. 68, Skokie (B)
5. Niles Township Community High School District No. 219, Skokie (A+)
6. Arbor Park School District No. 145, Oak Forest (B-)
7. Evanston Township High School District No. 202, Evanston (A+)
8. Township High School District No. 211, Palatine (A+)
9. Forest Park School District No. 91, Forest Park (B-)
10. Alsip-Hazelgreen-OakLawn School District No. 126, Alsip (B-)
11. Community Consolidated School District No. 15, Palatine (A-)
12. Bremen Community High School District No. 228, Midlothian (B+)
13. Community Consolidated School District No. 59, Elk Grove Village (B-)
14. Midlothian School District No. 143, Midlothian (C)
15. Indian Springs School District No. 109, Justice (B+)
16. Evanston Community Consolidated School District No. 65, Evanston (B)
17. Wheeling Community Consolidated School District No. 21, Wheeling (B-)
18. Evergreen Park Elementary School District No. 124, Evergreen Park (B-)
19. Chicago Public Schools, Chicago (B)
20. Oak Lawn-Hometown School District No. 123, Oak Lawn (B)
21. Community Consolidated School District No. 62, Des Plaines (B)
22. Homewood School District No. 153, Homewood (B+)
23. Skokie School District No. 73-5, Skokie (B)
24. Westchester School District No. 92-5, Westchester (B-)
25. Leyden Community High School District No. 212, Franklin Park (A)

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