For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,396 students in 60626, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60626, IL are Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter, Kilmer Elementary School and Field Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60626 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60626, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60626, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7212 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 761-8960
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 761-8960
Gr: 6-12 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Kilmer Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6700 N Greenview Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2115
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2115
Gr: PK-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Field Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7019 N Ashland Blvd
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2030
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2030
Gr: 5-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Jordan Elementary Community School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7414 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2220
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2220
Gr: PK-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Gale Elementary Community Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1631 W Jonquil Ter
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2100
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2100
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60626, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60626, IL include Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter, Kilmer Elementary School and Field Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60626?
5 public middle schools are located in 60626.
What is the racial composition of students in 60626?
60626 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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