For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,616 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 36% (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 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oriole Park Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Gr: PK-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Dirksen Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8601 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Gr: PK-8 | 1,263 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Garvy J Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Gr: K-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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?
3 public middle schools are located in 60656.
What is the racial composition of students in 60656?
60656 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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