For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,589 students in 60417, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 409 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 60417, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60417, IL are Crete Elementary School, Crete-monee High School and Balmoral Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60417 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60417, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60417, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crete Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
435 North St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Crete-monee High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1515 W Exchange St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8230
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8230
Gr: 9-12 | 1,480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Balmoral Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1124 W New Monee Rd
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
1500 S Sangamon St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2770
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2770
Gr: PK | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
60417, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
760 W Exchange St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Gr: 5-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60417, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60417, IL include Crete Elementary School, Crete-monee High School and Balmoral Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60417?
4 public schools are located in 60417.
What percentage of students in 60417 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 60417 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60417?
60417 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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