For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,455 students in 60656, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 676 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 60656, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60656, IL are Beard Elementary School, Garvy J Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60656 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60656, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6445 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Grades: PK-3
| 167 students
Rank: #22.
Garvy J Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Grades: K-8
| 739 students
Rank: #33.
Dirksen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8601 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Grades: PK-8
| 919 students
Rank: #44.
Oriole Park Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Grades: PK-8
| 630 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60656, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60656, IL include Beard Elementary School, Garvy J Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60656, IL?
4 public schools are located in 60656, IL.
What percentage of students in 60656, IL go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 60656, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60656, IL?
60656, IL public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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