For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 919 students in 60616, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60616, IL are Graham R Training Center, Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership and Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60616 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60616, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60616 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60616, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2920 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
521 E 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 624-3444
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 624-3444
Gr: 9-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 313 students
Rank: #55.
Dunbar Vocational Career Academy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9000
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9000
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
60616, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2710 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9160
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9160
Gr: 11-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
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
Gr: 4-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Perspectives Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1930 S Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Gr: 6-12 | 1,705 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
2710 S Dearborn St 2
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9226
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9226
Gr: 5-7 | 76 students
2710 South Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9235
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9235
Gr: 6-8 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
2710 South Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9245
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9245
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2641 S Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-9400
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Youth Connections Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
10 W 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 328-0799
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 328-0799
Gr: 9-12 | 3,959 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60616, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60616, IL include Graham R Training Center, Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership and Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60616?
5 public high schools are located in 60616.
What is the racial composition of students in 60616?
60616 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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