For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,288 students in 60656, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60656, IL are Oriole Park Elementary School, Dirksen Elementary School and Garvy J Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60656 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60656, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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 middle schools in 60656, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60656, IL include Oriole Park Elementary School, Dirksen Elementary School and Garvy J Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60656, IL?
3 public middle schools are located in 60656, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60656, IL?
60656, IL public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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