Wilmette Public Schools District 39

Wilmette Public Schools District 39, located in Wilmette, Illinois, is a public school district serving approximately 3,424 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

The district encompasses most of Wilmette, a portion of southeastern Glenview, and a small area of unincorporated Cook County with Winnetka addresses.

Schools in the District

The district comprises six schools:

• Central Elementary School: Serving grades K-4, located at 910 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• Harper Elementary School: Serving grades K-4, located at 1101 Dartmouth Street, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• McKenzie Elementary School: Serving grades K-4, located at 649 Prairie Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• Romona Elementary School: Serving grades K-4, located at 600 Romona Road, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• Highcrest Middle School: Serving grades 5-6, located at 569 Hunter Road, Wilmette, IL 60091.
• Wilmette Junior High School: Serving grades 7-8, located at 620 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091.

Mission and Educational Focus

The district's mission is to engage, empower, and inspire students to lead academically successful, socially responsible, compassionate, and purposeful lives.

This commitment is reflected in their curriculum, which emphasizes a strong foundation of purpose, skills, and knowledge, while providing tailored, real-world learning opportunities.

Wilmette Public Schools District 39 also focuses on nurturing creativity, curiosity, and risk-taking, promoting a sense of responsibility to address local and global challenges.

Additionally, they prioritize strengthening relationships between students, staff, families, and the broader community, fostering an accepting, supportive, and representative environment for all.

Academic Achievement

Wilmette Public Schools District 39 is recognized for its academic excellence, with student test scores consistently reflecting achievement well above state and national norms.

Graduates of the district attend the highly acclaimed New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois.

Headquarters and Location

The district is headquartered at the Mikaelian Education Center, located at 615 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL 60091.

Locations served by Wilmette Public Schools District 39 include:

• Wilmette, IL, USA