For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,451 students in 60629, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60629, IL are Excel Academy - Southwest High School, Ace Amandla Charter School and Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60629 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hubbard High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60629, IL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Academy - Southwest High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7050 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 424-0721
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 424-0721
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Ace Amandla Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6820 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Gr: K-12 | 1,102 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Hubbard High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 S Hamlin Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2200
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,792 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Gage Park High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5630 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9230
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9230
Gr: 9-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
60629, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4120 W 57th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Gr: PK-7 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60629, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60629, IL include Excel Academy - Southwest High School, Ace Amandla Charter School and Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School.
How many public high schools are located in 60629?
5 public high schools are located in 60629.
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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