For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,837 students in 60104, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60104, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Jefferson Primary School and Roosevelt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60104 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60104, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60104, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3420 Jackson St
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3100
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3100
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Primary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 46th Ave
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 449-3165
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 449-3165
Gr: PK-2 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Oak St
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3900
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3317 Butterfield Rd
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3600
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3600
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Oak St
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3500
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 410-3500
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
60104, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1136 24th Ave
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 544-1806
Bellwood, IL 60104
(708) 544-1806
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60104, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60104, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Jefferson Primary School and Roosevelt Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60104?
5 public elementary schools are located in 60104.
What is the racial composition of students in 60104?
60104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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