For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 3,981 students in 60637, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60637, IL are Ray Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary Community School and South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60637 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60637, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60637, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ray Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5631 S Kimbark Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0970
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0970
Gr: PK-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6657 S Kimbark Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0801
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0801
Gr: PK-6 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1415 E 70th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-8340
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-8340
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Bret Harte Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1556 E 56th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0870
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0870
Gr: PK-8 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Brownell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6741 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3030
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3030
Gr: PK-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Carter Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5740 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0860
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0860
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #77.
Park Manor Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7037 S Rhodes Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3070
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3070
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Fiske Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6020 S Langley Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0990
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0990
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6543 S Champlain Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0570
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0570
Gr: PK-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1010.
Wadsworth Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6650 S Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0730
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0730
Gr: PK-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #1111.
Dulles Elementary School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6311 S Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0690
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0690
Gr: PK-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
60637, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6650 South Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0750
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0750
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
1415 East 70th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0540
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0540
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
6059 South Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0650
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0650
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
6020 South Langley Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0640
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0640
Gr: PK-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Tesla Alternative High School For Preg Girls (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6657 S Kimbark Av
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0780
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0780
Univ Of Chicago Charter Schools (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1313 E 60th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 834-5997
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 834-5997
Gr: K-12 | 1,817 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60637, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60637, IL include Ray Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary Community School and South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60637?
11 public preschools are located in 60637.
What is the racial composition of students in 60637?
60637 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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