For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,360 students in 60636, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 60636, IL are Lindblom Math & Science Academy 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 31% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 29% 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 91%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60636, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 7-12 | 1,360 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 9-12
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
Gr: 11-12
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 high schools in 60636, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60636, IL include Lindblom Math & Science Academy High School and Ombudsman Chicago South.
How many public high schools are located in 60636?
3 public high schools are located in 60636.
What is the racial composition of students in 60636?
60636 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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