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Romona Elementary School is a school in Wilmette, Illinois, and a filming location for Uncle Buck (1989).
Location: Wilmette, Illinois, United States
Verified facts
- Appeared in Uncle Buck (movie, 1989) — as Maizy's elementary school — corridor, boys' restroom, principal's office and classroom scenes
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-15371, SRC-15372
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15371 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle_Buck (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15372 — https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/59491/15-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-uncle-buck (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Where was Uncle Buck filmed?
Romona Elementary School, in Wilmette, Illinois, is a real-world filming location used for Uncle Buck.
Where is Romona Elementary School located?
Romona Elementary School is located in Wilmette, Illinois.