For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,441 students in 60638, IL (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,683 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 60638, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60638, IL are Kinzie Elementary School, Charles J Sahs Elementary School and Grimes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60638 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60638, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60638, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kinzie Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5625 S Mobile Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2425
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2425
Grades: PK-8
| 644 students
Rank: #22.
Charles J Sahs Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5001 S Long Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(708) 458-1152
Chicago, IL 60638
(708) 458-1152
Grades: PK-8
| 313 students
Rank: #33.
Grimes Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5450 W 64th Pl
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2364
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2364
Grades: PK-8
| 410 students
Rank: #44.
Twain Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5134 S Lotus Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2290
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2290
Grades: PK-8
| 992 students
Rank: #55.
Byrne Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5329 S Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2170
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2170
Grades: K-8
| 624 students
Rank: #66.
Dore Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7134 W 65th St
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2080
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2080
Grades: PK-8
| 708 students
Rank: #77.
Hale Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6140 S Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2265
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2265
Grades: K-8
| 854 students
Rank: #88.
Kennedy High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6325 W 56th St
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2325
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2325
Grades: 9-12
| 1,567 students
Rank: #99.
Hearst Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4640 S Lamon Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2376
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2376
Grades: PK-8
| 261 students
Rank: n/an/a
6751 W 63rd Pl
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2076
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2076
Grades: PK-2
| 68 students
60638, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5434 S Lockwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-9800
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-9800
Grades: 2-8
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60638, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60638, IL include Kinzie Elementary School, Charles J Sahs Elementary School and Grimes Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60638, IL?
10 public schools are located in 60638, IL.
What percentage of students in 60638, IL go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 60638, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60638, IL?
60638, IL public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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