For the 2025-26 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 5,279 students in 60621, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 60621, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60621, IL are Excel Academy - Englewood High School, Bond Elementary School and Kipp Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60621 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60621, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60621, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Academy - Englewood High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7141 S Morgan St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 675-6654
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 675-6654
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Bond Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7050 S May St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3480
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3480
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Kipp Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5515 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 938-8565
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 938-8565
Gr: K-8 | 914 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #44.
Kershaw Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6450 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3050
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3050
Gr: PK-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #55.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
245 W 57th St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-0829
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-0829
Gr: PK-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #66.
Urban Prep Chtr Academy Englewood High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6201 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9724
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9724
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
King Academy Of Social Justice
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
644 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3875
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3875
Gr: PK-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Barbara A Sizemore Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6547 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 651-1661
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 651-1661
Gr: K-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Noble St Chtr-johnson Colg Prep
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6350 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(312) 348-1888
Chicago, IL 60621
(312) 348-1888
Gr: 9-12 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Parker Elementary Community Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6800 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3375
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3375
Gr: PK-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
955 W Garfield Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9025
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9025
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Mays Elementary Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6656 S Normal Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3892
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3892
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1313.
Bass Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1140 W 66th St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3275
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3275
Gr: PK-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #1414.
Englewood Stem High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 2%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6835 S Normal Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9750
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-9750
Gr: 9-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1515.
Stagg Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 2%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7424 S Morgan St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3565
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3565
Gr: PK-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1616.
Nicholson Tech Academy Elementary School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6006 S Peoria St
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3285
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3285
Gr: PK-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
60621, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6656 South Normal Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3020
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3020
Gr: PK-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
6201 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3600
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3600
Gr: 12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Kipp Bloom Charter Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
5515 S Lowe Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 553-1530
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 553-1530
Gr: 5-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1
6350 South Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3075
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3075
Gr: PK-8 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
6835 South Normal Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3800
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3800
Gr: 10 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
6835 S Normal Blvd
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3800
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
6201 S Stewart Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3530
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3530
Gr: 12 | 1 student
7025 South Princeton Ave
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3190
Chicago, IL 60621
(773) 535-3190
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60621, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60621, IL include Excel Academy - Englewood High School, Bond Elementary School and Kipp Chicago Chrtrs Bloom Campus.
How many public schools are located in 60621?
16 public schools are located in 60621.
What percentage of students in 60621 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 60621 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60621?
60621 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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