For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,933 students in 60640, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60640, IL are Goudy Technology Academy, Mcpherson Elementary School and Mccutcheon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60640 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60640, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60640, IL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goudy Technology Academy
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5120 N Winthrop Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2480
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2480
Gr: PK-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Mcpherson Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4728 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2625
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2625
Gr: PK-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Mccutcheon Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4865 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2680
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2680
Gr: PK-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Courtenay Elementary Language Arts Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4420 N Beacon St
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-5790
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-5790
Gr: PK-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
60640, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
900 W Wilson Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2610
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2610
Gr: 8 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 97%
4525 North Kenmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2640
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2640
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
4420 North Beacon St
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2450
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2450
Gr: PK-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
5200 North Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2430
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2430
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60640, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60640, IL include Goudy Technology Academy, Mcpherson Elementary School and Mccutcheon Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60640?
4 public middle schools are located in 60640.
What is the racial composition of students in 60640?
60640 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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