For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 716 students in 60401, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60401, IL are Beecher Elementary School and Beecher Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60401 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60401, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60401, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beecher Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
629 Penfield St
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2202
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2202
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Beecher Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Church Rd
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-3412
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-3412
Gr: 6-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60401, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60401, IL include Beecher Elementary School and Beecher Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60401?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60401.
What is the racial composition of students in 60401?
60401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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