For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 7,601 students in 60634, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 60634, IL are Canty Elementary School, Chicago Academy Elementary School and Smyser Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60634 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60634, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60634, IL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canty Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3740 N Panama Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Gr: PK-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Chicago Academy Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 N Austin Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Gr: PK-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Smyser Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4310 N Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Gr: PK-8 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 N New England Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Gr: PK-8 | 1,112 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2941 N Mcvicker Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Gr: PK-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Dever Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3436 N Osceola Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Reinberg Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3425 N Major Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Gr: PK-8 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Locke J Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2828 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,131 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Camras Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N Mango Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Gr: PK-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 60634, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60634, IL include Canty Elementary School, Chicago Academy Elementary School and Smyser Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60634?
9 public preschools are located in 60634.
What is the racial composition of students in 60634?
60634 public preschools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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