For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,626 students in 60636, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60636, IL are Davis M Magnet Elementary School, Henderson Elementary School and Claremont Magnet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60636 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60636, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60636, IL Public Preschools (2026)
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 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
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 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Claremont Magnet Elementary School
Magnet 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 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
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: 98%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
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 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
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 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #77.
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 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
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 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
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 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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 preschools in 60636, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60636, IL include Davis M Magnet Elementary School, Henderson Elementary School and Claremont Magnet Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60636?
9 public preschools are located in 60636.
What is the racial composition of students in 60636?
60636 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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