Top 5 Best 60653 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,026 students in 60653, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60653, IL are Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy, Woodson South Elementary School and Mollison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 31% statewide average). Middle schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60653, IL Public Middle Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
249 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Grades: PK-8
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Woodson South Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4414 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Grades: PK-8
| 283 students
Rank: #33.
Mollison Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4415 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Grades: PK-8
| 313 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Grades: PK-8
| 373 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3663 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Grades: 6-12
| 397 students
Rank: #66.
Fuller Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4214 S Saint Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Grades: PK-8
| 335 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 60653 Illinois

60653, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
707 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1782
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
249 East 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Grades: PK-8
| 396 students
244 East Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Grades: 10
| 21 students
4351 South Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Grades: 4-8
| 111 students
3663 S Wabash Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1745
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4444 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Grades: 8
| 85 students
4414 S Evans Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1290
Grades: n/a
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60653, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60653, IL include Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy, Woodson South Elementary School and Mollison Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60653, IL?
6 public middle schools are located in 60653, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60653, IL?
60653, IL public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

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