For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,250 students in 60636, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 351 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 60636, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60636, IL are Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School, Davis M Magnet Elementary School and Ombudsman Chicago South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60636 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60636, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60636, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6130 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Grades: 7-12
| 1,360 students
Rank: #22.
Davis M Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6740 S Paulina St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Grades: PK-8
| 139 students
Rank: #33.
Ombudsman Chicago South
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6057 S Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 498-5085
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 498-5085
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Henderson Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5650 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9080
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9080
Grades: PK-8
| 234 students
Rank: #55.
Providence-englewood Elementary Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6515 S Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 434-0202
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 434-0202
Grades: K-8
| 441 students
Rank: #66.
Claremont Academy Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 W 64th St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-8110
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-8110
Grades: PK-8
| 327 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Langford A Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6010 S Throop St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9180
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9180
Grades: PK-8
| 181 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Montessori Of Englewood Chtr Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6936 S Hermitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9255
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9255
Grades: PK-8
| 334 students
Rank: #99.
Earle Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2040 W 62nd St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9130
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9130
Grades: PK-8
| 262 students
Rank: #1010.
Randolph Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7316 S Hoyne Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9015
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9015
Grades: PK-8
| 298 students
Rank: #1111.
Wentworth Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1340 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3394
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3394
Grades: PK-8
| 388 students
Rank: #1212.
Otoole Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6550 S Seeley Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9040
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9040
Grades: PK-8
| 286 students
Rank: n/an/a
Southside Occupational Academy High School
Alternative School
7342 S Hoyne Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9100
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9100
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
60636, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1340 West 71st St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3250
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3250
Grades: PK-8
| 437 students
6315 S Claremont Av
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9070
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9070
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1241 West 58th St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9175
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9175
Grades: PK-8
| 310 students
6515 S Ashland Av
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9060
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9060
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
6723 S Wood St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Grades: PK-3
| 317 students
Goodlow Elementary Magnet School (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
2040 West 62nd St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9365
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9365
Grades: PK-8
| 362 students
6520 S Wood St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9150
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9150
Grades: 12
| 21 students
6936 S Hermitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9144
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9144
Grades: 4-8
| 297 students
6130 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Grades: 12
| 53 students
6206 South Racine Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9250
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9250
Grades: PK-8
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60636, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60636, IL include Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School, Davis M Magnet Elementary School and Ombudsman Chicago South.
How many public schools are located in 60636?
13 public schools are located in 60636.
What percentage of students in 60636 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 60636 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60636?
60636 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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