For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 2,778 students in 60621, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 60621, IL are Bond Elementary School, Kershaw Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60621 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60621, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60621, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #6 - 76. - 7.
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: #6 - 76. - 7.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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: #1010.
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 preschools in 60621, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60621, IL include Bond Elementary School, Kershaw Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60621?
10 public preschools are located in 60621.
What is the racial composition of students in 60621?
60621 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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