For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 4,904 students in 60652, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60652, IL are Durkin Park Elementary School, Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy and Stevenson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60652 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60652, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60652, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durkin Park Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8445 S Kolin Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2322
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2322
Gr: PK-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8247 S Christiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9330
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9330
Gr: PK-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8010 S Kostner Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2280
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2280
Gr: PK-8 | 1,206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Dawes Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3810 W 81st Pl
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2350
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2350
Gr: PK-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Carroll Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2929 W 83rd St
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9414
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9414
Gr: PK-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Ashburn Community Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8300 S Saint Louis Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-7860
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-7860
Gr: PK-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #77.
Hampton Elementary Fine & Perf Arts School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3434 W 77th St
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-4030
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-4030
Gr: PK-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Cics - Wrightwood
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8130 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 434-4575
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 434-4575
Gr: K-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60652, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60652, IL include Durkin Park Elementary School, Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy and Stevenson Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60652?
8 public middle schools are located in 60652.
What is the racial composition of students in 60652?
60652 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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