Top 3 Best 60636 Illinois Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,335 students in 60636, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 60636, IL are Lindblom Math & Science High School and Ombudsman Chicago South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60636 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 32% statewide average). High schools in 60636, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60636 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Illinois average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lindblom Math & Science High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60636, IL Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lindblom Math & Science High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6130 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Grades: 7-12
| 1,335 students
Rank: #22.
Ombudsman Chicago South
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6057 S Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 498-5085
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
Southside Occupational High School
Alternative School
7342 S Hoyne Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9100
Grades: 11-12
| 0 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 60636 Illinois

60636, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1340 West 71st St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-3250
Grades: PK-8
| 437 students
6315 S Claremont Av
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9070
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1241 West 58th St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9175
Grades: PK-8
| 310 students
6515 S Ashland Av
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9060
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
6723 S Wood St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9120
Grades: PK-3
| 317 students
2040 West 62nd St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9365
Grades: PK-8
| 362 students
6520 S Wood St
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9150
Grades: 12
| 21 students
6936 S Hermitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9144
Grades: 4-8
| 297 students
6130 S Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9300
Grades: 12
| 53 students
6206 South Racine Ave
Chicago, IL 60636
(773) 535-9250
Grades: PK-8
| 360 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 60636, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60636, IL include Lindblom Math & Science High School and Ombudsman Chicago South.
How many public high schools are located in 60636, IL?
3 public high schools are located in 60636, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60636, IL?
60636, IL public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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