For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,604 students in 60614, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60614, IL are Mayer Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School and Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60614 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60614, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60614, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayer Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2250 N Clifton Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 534-5535
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 534-5535
Gr: PK-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2625 N Orchard St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 534-5460
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 534-5460
Gr: PK-8 | 567 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 W Willow St
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 534-8000
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 534-8000
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60614, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60614, IL include Mayer Elementary School, Alcott Elementary School and Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 60614?
3 public preschools are located in 60614.
What is the racial composition of students in 60614?
60614 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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