For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 1,097 students in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in West Loop is Skinner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Skinner Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
111 S Throop St
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7790
Chicago, IL 60607
(773) 534-7790
Gr: PK-8 | 1,139 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago, IL include Skinner Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago?
1 public elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago?
the neighborhood of West Loop, Chicago public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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