For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,301 students in 60616, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,708 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 60616, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60616, IL are Yccs- Mckinley-lakeside Leadership Academy, Graham R Training Center and Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60616 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60616, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60616, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yccs- Mckinley-lakeside Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2920 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
Grades: 9-12
| 138 students
Rank: #22.
Graham R Training Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2347 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9257
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9257
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: #33.
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
533 W 27th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9120
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9120
Grades: K-8
| 527 students
Rank: #44.
Haines Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
247 W 23rd Pl
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9200
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9200
Grades: PK-8
| 574 students
Rank: #55.
Healy Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3010 S Parnell Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9190
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9190
Grades: PK-8
| 1,283 students
Rank: #66.
National Teachers Elementary Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
55 W Cermak Rd
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9970
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9970
Grades: PK-8
| 740 students
Rank: #77.
Ward J Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 S Shields Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9050
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9050
Grades: PK-8
| 534 students
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Dunbar Vocational Career High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3000 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9000
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9000
Grades: 9-12
| 481 students
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
James R Doolittle Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
535 E 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 535-1040
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 535-1040
Grades: PK-8
| 258 students
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Yccs-jane Addams Alternative High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1814 S Union Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 563-1748
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 563-1748
Grades: 9-12
| 195 students
Rank: #1111.
Drake Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2710 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9129
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9129
Grades: PK-8
| 271 students
Rank: #1212.
Pershing Elementary Humanities Magnet
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3200 S Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9272
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9272
Grades: PK-8
| 483 students
Rank: #1313.
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1930 S Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Grades: 6-12
| 367 students
Rank: #1414.
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
521 E 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 624-3444
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 624-3444
Grades: 9-12
| 322 students
Rank: #1515.
Yccs-youth Connection Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3424 S State St
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-4668
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-4668
Grades: 9-12
| 128 students
60616, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2710 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9160
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9160
Grades: 11-12
| 47 students
521 E 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 535-1050
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 535-1050
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3200 S Calumet Av
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9263
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9263
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Pershing West Elementary Magnet School (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
3200 South Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9240
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9240
Grades: 4-8
| 239 students
Perspectives Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1930 S Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Grades: 6-12
| 1,705 students
2641 S Calumet Av
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9727
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9727
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2710 S Dearborn St 2
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9226
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9226
Grades: 5-7
| 76 students
2710 South Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9235
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9235
Grades: 6-8
| 123 students
2710 South Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9245
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9245
Grades: PK-5
| 251 students
Young Womens Leadership Chartr High School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2641 S Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-9400
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-9400
Grades: 9-12
| 158 students
Youth Connections Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
10 W 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 328-0799
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 328-0799
Grades: 9-12
| 3,959 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60616, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60616, IL include Yccs- Mckinley-lakeside Leadership Academy, Graham R Training Center and Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy.
How many public schools are located in 60616, IL?
15 public schools are located in 60616, IL.
What percentage of students in 60616, IL go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 60616, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60616, IL?
60616, IL public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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