For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,532 students in 60607, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60607, IL are Skinner Elementary School, Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School and Chicago World Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60607 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60607, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60607, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60607, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60607, IL include Skinner Elementary School, Stem Magnet Academy Elementary School and Chicago World Language Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60607?
4 public elementary schools are located in 60607.
What is the racial composition of students in 60607?
60607 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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