For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,890 students in 60636, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60636, IL are Davis M Magnet Elementary School, Henderson Elementary School and Providence-englewood Elementary Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60636 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60636, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60636, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 234 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: K-8 | 441 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 327 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 181 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 334 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 262 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Rank: #88.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Rank: #99.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Rank: #1010.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
60636, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1340 West 71st St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3250
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3250
Gr: PK-8 | 437 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
6315 S Claremont Av
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9070
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9070
1241 West 58th St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9175
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9175
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
6723 S Wood St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Gr: PK-3 | 317 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Goodlow Elementary Magnet School (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
2040 West 62nd St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9365
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9365
Gr: PK-8 | 362 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
6936 S Hermitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9144
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9144
Gr: 4-8 | 297 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
6130 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Gr: 12 | 53 students
6206 South Racine Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9250
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9250
Gr: PK-8 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60636, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60636, IL include Davis M Magnet Elementary School, Henderson Elementary School and Providence-englewood Elementary Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60636?
10 public elementary schools are located in 60636.
What is the racial composition of students in 60636?
60636 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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