For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,513 students in 60109, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 60109, IL are Central Middle School, Central High School and Howard B Thomas Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60109 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60109, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60109, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
44w303 Plato Rd
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6000
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6000
Grades: 8
| 396 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
44w625 Plato Rd
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6030
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6030
Grades: 9-12
| 1,473 students
Rank: #33.
Howard B Thomas Grade School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44w575 Plato Rd
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6008
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6008
Grades: PK-5
| 644 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alop
Alternative School
44w625 Plato Rd # R
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6000
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60109, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60109, IL include Central Middle School, Central High School and Howard B Thomas Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 60109?
4 public schools are located in 60109.
What is the racial composition of students in 60109?
60109 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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