For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,455 students in 60656, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 676 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 60656, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60656, IL are Beard Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60656 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60656, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6445 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Grades: PK-3
| 167 students
Rank: #22.
Oriole Park Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Grades: PK-8
| 630 students
Rank: #33.
Dirksen Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8601 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Grades: PK-8
| 919 students
Rank: #44.
Garvy J Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Grades: K-8
| 739 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60656, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60656, IL include Beard Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60656, IL?
4 public schools are located in 60656, IL.
What percentage of students in 60656, IL go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 60656, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60656, IL?
60656, IL public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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