For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,925 students in 60607, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 839 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 60607, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60607, IL are Young Magnet High School, Skinner Elementary School and Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60607 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60607, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60607, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Young Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
211 S Laflin St
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7500
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7500
Gr: 7-12 | 2,223 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Skinner Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
111 S Throop St
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7790
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7790
Gr: PK-8 | 1,139 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1522 W Fillmore St
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7300
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7300
Gr: K-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Chicago World Language Academy
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1340 W Harrison St
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7000
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7000
Gr: K-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Galileo Elementary Math & Sci Schol Acd
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 S Carpenter St
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7070
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7070
Gr: K-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Acceleration Academies Llc Homestead
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
910 Buren St, Ste 315
Chicago, IL 60607
(872) 240-2025
Chicago, IL 60607
(872) 240-2025
Gr: 8-12 | 170 students Minority enrollment: 96%
60607, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chicago Virtual Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
38 S Peoria St
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 267-4486
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 267-4486
Gr: K-12
Uno Academy Charter Schools (Closed 2018)
Charter School
954 W Washingtn Bd
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 432-6301
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 432-6301
Gr: K-12 | 7,842 students Student-teacher ratio: 187:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60607, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60607, IL include Young Magnet High School, Skinner Elementary School and Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60607?
6 public schools are located in 60607.
What percentage of students in 60607 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 60607 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60607?
60607 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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