9 of the Creepiest and Oldest Schools in the State of Illinois

Some schools in Illinois have been around for an insanely long period of time. Obviously, some have seen better days and been around a lot longer than others. These I found are the absolute oldest in the entire state.

Memories Of Going To School In Illinois

When I walk into schools in the Rockford area like Belvidere North or Cherry Valley Elementary it just blows my mind. I couldn't imagine going to class in a brand-new building. When I was growing up, all of my schools were older. That got me wondering. What are some of the oldest schools in Illinois?

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Here Are 9 Of The Oldest Schools In Illinois.

You may have thought your school was old at the time. Wait until you check out this list of 9 of the oldest schools in Illinois. I think some of the ages will blow your mind. There's been a lot of history in those hallways.

#1 Peoria High School 

• Located in Peoria

• Opened in 1856

• More info HERE

# 2 Keith Country Day School

• Located in Rockford

• Opened in 1916

• More info HERE

# 3 University High School

• Located in Normal

• Opened in 1857

• More info HERE

# 4 St. Patrick School

• Located in Decatur

• Opened in 1956

• More info HERE

# 5 Elgin Academy

• Located in Elgin

• Opened in 1839

• More info HERE

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# 6 Rockford University

• Located in Rockford

• Opened in 1847

• More info HERE

# 7 Louis Nettelhorst Elementary School

• Located in Chicago

• Opened in 1892

• More info HERE

# 8 Cambridge High School

• Located in Cambridge

• Opened in 1834

• More info HERE

# 9 Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School

• Located in Chicago

• Opened in 1846

• More info HERE