Lincoln Park Schools

Lincoln Park is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Chicago to raise a family. Residents are served by the Chicago Public School (CPS) system, offering a wide assortment of public, private and parochial schools within Lincoln Park. The CPS system serves over 400,000 students in 486 elementary schools, 107 high schools and 20 charter schools.

CPS was built on the concept of the neighborhood schools, private and parochial schools. Families purchasing Lincoln Park real estate are not limited to attending Lincoln Park schools, but have a variety of schools and programs to choose from. Families can apply and enroll in Chicago magnet schools, which have programs designed to spark children's interest in specialized curricula. Different types of schools offer advanced curriculum in areas such as math and finance, fine and performing arts, international studies, law, science and medicine, military, special education and alternative schools. Families also have the ability to enroll in charter schools, which are schools that operate independently from the Board of Education.

High school students are not limited to neighboring Lincoln Park schools and may apply to the school of their choice, including magnet, charter or another neighborhood school. Extensive information on individual schools can be found on the Chicago Public Schools website, including individual school’s report cards and achievement levels.

Higher education is also available within Lincoln Park and throughout the Chicago area. The state of Illinois offers a nationally respected system of 9 public universities on 12 campuses, 48 community colleges, and 124 independent colleges and universities. The city of Chicago hosts nearly 50 of these schools, offering a diverse selection of studies, including art and design, business, computer and technology, medicine, law, theology, and culinary arts. Lincoln Park real estate is popular for DePaul University students, as the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is located within Lincoln Park. DePaul University is the largest Catholic university in the nation and the largest private institution in the city of Chicago, boasting strong sports teams and a solid academic reputation. More information on higher education can be found at the Illinois Board of Higher Education website.