For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 523 students in 60112, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 60112, IL is Cortland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 60112 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60112, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60112, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cortland Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
370 E Lexington Ave
Cortland, IL 60112
(815) 754-2360
Cortland, IL 60112
(815) 754-2360
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60112, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60112, IL include Cortland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60112?
1 public schools are located in 60112.
What is the racial composition of students in 60112?
60112 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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