For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,349 students in 60002, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60002, IL are Emmons Grade School, Antioch Upper Grade School and Grass Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60002 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60002, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60002, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emmons Grade School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24226 W Beach Grove Rd
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 395-1105
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 395-1105
Gr: K-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Antioch Upper Grade School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 Highview Dr
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 838-8310
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 838-8310
Gr: 6-8 | 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Grass Lake Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
26177 W Grass Lake Rd
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 395-1550
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 395-1550
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
60002, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
817 Main St
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 838-8901
Antioch, IL 60002
(847) 838-8901
Gr: 2-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60002, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60002, IL include Emmons Grade School, Antioch Upper Grade School and Grass Lake Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60002?
3 public middle schools are located in 60002.
What is the racial composition of students in 60002?
60002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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