For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,620 students in 60659, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60659, IL are Northside Learning Center, Mather High School and Cics - Northtown Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60659 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60659, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60659 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cics - Northtown Campus, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60659, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3730 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5180
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5180
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Mather High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5835 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2350
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2350
Gr: 9-12 | 1,777 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Cics - Northtown Campus
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3900 W Peterson Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 478-3655
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 478-3655
Gr: 9-12 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60659, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60659, IL include Northside Learning Center, Mather High School and Cics - Northtown Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 60659?
3 public high schools are located in 60659.
What is the racial composition of students in 60659?
60659 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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