For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,908 students in 60653, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60653, IL are King College Prep High School, Chicago Military Academy High School and Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60653 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is King College Prep High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60653, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King College Prep High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4445 S Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1180
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1180
Gr: 9-12 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Chicago Military Academy High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3519 S Giles Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 534-9750
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 534-9750
Gr: 9-12 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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
Rank: #44.
Phillips Academy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
244 E Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60653, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60653, IL include King College Prep High School, Chicago Military Academy High School and Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 60653?
4 public high schools are located in 60653.
What is the racial composition of students in 60653?
60653 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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