For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,846 students in 60657, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 616 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 60657, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60657, IL are Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy, Burley Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60657 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60657, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60657, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 80% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3319 N Clifton Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5550
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5550
Gr: K-8 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Burley Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1630 W Barry Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5475
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5475
Gr: K-8 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1650 W Cornelia Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5484
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5484
Gr: PK-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Nettelhorst Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3252 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5810
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5810
Gr: PK-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2851 N Seminary Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5725
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5725
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Jahn Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3149 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5500
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 534-5500
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60657, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60657, IL include Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy, Burley Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60657?
6 public schools are located in 60657.
What percentage of students in 60657 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 60657 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60657?
60657 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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