- Antioch Comm High School — 0.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,313 students
- Lakes Community High School — 2.4 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,334 students
- Allendale School — 3.3 mi · Grades 9–12
Zip code 60002 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–8 Elementary | Antioch Community Consolidated School District 34 2,672 students · 5 schools | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Antioch Community High School District 117 2,626 students · 3 schools | 8/10 |
The elementary district is shown as not rated because our rating set was built per zip code from a single district, so elementary districts in split areas were never scored. We would rather show no rating than a borrowed one.
| Metric | Antioch Community High School District 117 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,626 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $25,012/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 42% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antioch Community High School District 117 (this district) | 9/10 | 80th | 2,626 |
| Grant Community High School District 124 | 6/10 | 53rd | 1,837 |
| Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 | Not rated | — | 549 |
| Warren Township High School District 121 | 9/10 | 83rd | 3,758 |
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Ranked against 445 rated districts in IL → 80th percentile → 9/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
About Antioch Community High School District 117
Families in zip code 60002 (Antioch, Illinois) are assigned to Antioch Community High School District 117 for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
With a rating of 9/10 (top-tier), Antioch Community High School District 117 ranks among Illinois’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Antioch Community High School District 117 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Illinois on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 60002 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60002
Children in zip code 60002 are assigned to Antioch Community High School District 117 for public school enrollment, covering grades 9th – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60002, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Antioch Community High School District 117 at (847)838-7679 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Antioch
For families considering a purchase in the Antioch area, district assignment matters financially. Because Antioch Community High School District 117 serves zip code 60002, homes in and around zip code 60002 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Antioch Community High School District 117 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60002.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Antioch Community High School District 117 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60002 data.