For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,838 students in 60515, IL (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,543 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 60515, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60515, IL are Highland Elementary School, Lester Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60515 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60515, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60515, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3935 Highland Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5835
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5835
Gr: PK-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Lester Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
236 Indianapolis Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5855
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5855
Gr: PK-6 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
536 Hill St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5865
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5865
Gr: PK-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Belle Aire Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3935 Belle Aire Ln
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5820
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5820
Gr: PK-6 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Pierce Downer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1436 Grant St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5860
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5860
Gr: PK-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Community H S Dist 99 - North High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4436 Main St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 795-8401
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 795-8401
Gr: 9-12 | 2,104 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Herrick Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4335 Middaugh Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5810
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5810
Gr: 7-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Henry Puffer School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2220 Haddow Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 968-0294
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 968-0294
Gr: PK-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60515, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60515, IL include Highland Elementary School, Lester Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60515?
8 public schools are located in 60515.
What percentage of students in 60515 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 60515 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60515?
60515 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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