For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,216 students in 60653, IL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60653, IL are Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue and Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60653, IL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
707 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #33.
Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3663 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Gr: 6-12 | 413 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 60653, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60653, IL include Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue and Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus.
How many public charter schools are located in 60653?
3 public charter schools are located in 60653.
What is the racial composition of students in 60653?
60653 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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