- Niles North High School — Grades 9–12 · 1999 students
- Niles West High School — Grades 9–12 · 2646 students
- Niles Central — Grades 9–12 · 0 students
- Bridges Adult Transition Center — Grades 12–12 · 0 students
- Alden-Lincolnwood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 99 students
- Alden-Lincolnwood High School — Grades 9–12 · 112 students
Zip code 60712 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 | Lincolnwood School District 74 1,221 students · 3 schools | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Niles Township Community High School District 219 4,642 students · 4 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 | Niles Township Community High School District 219 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 438 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niles Township Community High School District 219 (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 Niles Township Community High School District 219
Niles Township Community High School District 219 is the public school district assigned to zip code 60712 in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 60712. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Niles Township Community High School District 219 runs approximately $17,000 annually, 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
Niles Township Community High School District 219 is a mid-sized district with 4 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 4,642 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Niles Township Community High School District 219 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 Niles Township Community High School District 219. 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 60712
Children in zip code 60712 are assigned to Niles Township Community High School District 219 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 60712, 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 Niles Township Community High School District 219 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 Lincolnwood
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Niles Township Community High School District 219 serves zip code 60712, homes in and around zip code 60712 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 Niles Township Community High School District 219 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 60712.
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 Niles Township Community High School District 219 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60712 data.