Top 5 Best 60617 Illinois Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,808 students in 60617, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 60617, IL are Noble St Chtr-baker Campus, Washington G High School and Bowen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60617 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60617, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60617 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Epic High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60617, IL Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Noble St Chtr-baker Campus
Charter School
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2710 E 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6460
Grades: 9-12
| 252 students
Rank: #22.
Washington G High School
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3535 E 114th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-5725
Grades: 9-12
| 1,629 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bowen High School
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2710 E 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7650
Grades: 9-12
| 314 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Epic High School
Charter School
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8255 S Houston Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7930
Grades: 9-12
| 497 students
Rank: #55.
Yccs-sullivan House Alt High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8164 S South Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 978-8680
Grades: 9-12
| 297 students
Rank: #66.
Chicago Vocational Career High School
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 E 87th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 819 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 60617 Illinois

60617, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2330 East 99th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 356-9988
Grades: 9-12
| 241 students
2710 East 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6597
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
9207 South Phillips Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6422
Grades: 2-8
| 35 students
2710 East 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7947
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2100 East 87th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7990
Grades: 10-12
| 18 students
Davis Developmental Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
Magnet School
9101 S Jeffery Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6209
Grades: PK
| 76 students
2710 East 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6905
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
8401 South Saginaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6050
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
9928 South Crandon Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6320
Grades: PK-8
| 377 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 60617, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60617, IL include Noble St Chtr-baker Campus, Washington G High School and Bowen High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60617, IL?
6 public high schools are located in 60617, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60617, IL?
60617, IL public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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