For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,384 students in 60016, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60016, IL are Central Elementary School, Cumberland Elementary School and Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60016 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60016, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60016, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1526 E Thacker St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1575
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1575
Grades: K-5
| 282 students
Rank: #22.
Cumberland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 E Golf Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1451
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1451
Grades: K-5
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
735 S Westgate Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1501
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1501
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
Rank: #44.
Chippewa Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
123 N 8th Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1503
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1503
Grades: 6-8
| 615 students
Rank: #55.
Algonquin Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
767 E Algonquin Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1205
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1205
Grades: 6-8
| 597 students
Rank: #66.
North Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1789 Rand Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1399
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1399
Grades: K-5
| 422 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Apollo Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10100 Dee Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-6231
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-6231
Grades: PK-5
| 510 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
260 Dulles Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 593-4401
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 593-4401
Grades: K-5
| 443 students
60016, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Nipper Career Education Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
1101 East Gregory St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 655-3000
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 655-3000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
9000 Capitol Dr
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 298-1622
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 298-1622
Grades: K-6
| 421 students
Thomas Jefferson Charter School (Closed 2004)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
795 Center St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 297-9740
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 297-9740
Grades: K-8
| 73 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60016, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60016, IL include Central Elementary School, Cumberland Elementary School and Terrace Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60016, IL?
8 public elementary schools are located in 60016, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60016, IL?
60016, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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