Best 60503 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,089 students in 60503, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60503, IL are Wolfs Crossing Elementary School, The Wheatlands Elementary School and Homestead Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60503 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60503, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60503, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wolfs Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3015 S Eola Rd
Aurora, IL 60503
(630) 636-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
The Wheatlands Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2290 Barrington Dr
Aurora, IL 60503
(630) 636-3500
Gr: K-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Homestead Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2830 Hillsboro Blvd
Aurora, IL 60503
(630) 636-3100
Gr: K-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Bednarcik Junior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3025 Heggs Rd
Aurora, IL 60503
(630) 636-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60503, IL?
How many public schools are located in 60503?
4 public schools are located in 60503.
What is the racial composition of students in 60503?
60503 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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