Top 5 Best 60087 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,113 students in 60087, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 220 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 60087, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60087, IL are Little Fort Elementary School, H R Mccall Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60087 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60087, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60087, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Little Fort Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1775 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Grades: K-5
| 411 students
Rank: #22.
H R Mccall Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3215 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #33.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1919 North Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #44.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2230 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Rank: #55.
Jack Benny Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1401 Montesano Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Grades: 6-8
| 562 students
Rank: #66.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10271 W Beach Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Grades: K-5
| 372 students
Rank: #77.
John S Clark Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
601 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Grades: K-5
| 233 students
Rank: #88.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Delaware Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 60087 Illinois

60087, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
742 Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Grades: 6-12
| 27 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 60087, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60087, IL include Little Fort Elementary School, H R Mccall Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60087, IL?
8 public schools are located in 60087, IL.
What percentage of students in 60087, IL go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 60087, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60087, IL?
60087, IL public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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