- Amos Alonzo Stagg High School — Grades 9–12 · 2560 students
- Carl Sandburg High School — Grades 9–12 · 2840 students
- Victor J Andrew High School — Grades 9–12 · 2213 students
- Alden-Willow Springs Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 99 students
- Alden-Willow Springs High School — Grades 9–12 · 112 students
Zip code 60480 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 |
|---|---|---|
| K–8 Elementary | Willow Springs School District 108 399 students · 1 school | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Consolidated High School District 230 7,691 students · 3 schools | 9/10 |
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 | Consolidated High School District 230 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 438 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Not comparable |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated High School District 230 (this district) | NR | — | 438 |
| Harvard Community Unit School District 50 | 1/10 | 5th | 2,510 |
| North Shore School District 112 / Highland Park High School District 113 | NR | — | 3,222 |
| Warren Township High School District 121 | 9/10 | 83rd | 3,758 |
About Consolidated High School District 230
Consolidated High School District 230 is the public school district assigned to zip code 60480 in Willow Springs, Illinois. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 60480. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Consolidated High School District 230 reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $17,000 per year, placing it near the Illinois state average of approximately $17,000 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 3 schools, Consolidated High School District 230 operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 7,691 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Consolidated High School District 230 does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. It serves only high school grades, and our ratings are built from state assessment results in grades 3–8, so there is no comparable proficiency measure for a district that does not enroll those grades.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it means we do not have assessment data we can fairly place on the 1–10 scale for Consolidated High School District 230. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making an enrollment or housing decision.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60480
Children in zip code 60480 are assigned to Consolidated High School District 230 for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60480, 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 Consolidated High School District 230 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Willow Springs
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Consolidated High School District 230 serves zip code 60480, homes in and around zip code 60480 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 Consolidated High School District 230 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 60480.
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, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Consolidated High School District 230 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60480 data.