For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,987 students in 60515, IL (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,623 private students). 75% 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 Whittier Elementary School, Lester Elementary School and Comm H S Dist 99 - North High 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 53% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60515, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
536 Hill St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5865
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5865
Grades: PK-6
| 306 students
Rank: #22.
Lester Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
236 Indianapolis Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5855
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5855
Grades: PK-6
| 551 students
Rank: #33.
Comm H S Dist 99 - North High School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4436 Main St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 795-8400
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 795-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,158 students
Rank: #44.
Herrick Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4335 Middaugh Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5810
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5810
Grades: 7-8
| 662 students
Rank: #55.
Henry Puffer School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2220 Haddow Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 968-0294
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 968-0294
Grades: PK-6
| 314 students
Rank: #66.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3935 Highland Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5835
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5835
Grades: PK-6
| 393 students
Rank: #77.
Pierce Downer Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1436 Grant St
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5860
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5860
Grades: PK-6
| 349 students
Rank: #88.
Belle Aire Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3935 Belle Aire Ln
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5820
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 719-5820
Grades: PK-6
| 254 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60515, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60515, IL include Whittier Elementary School, Lester Elementary School and Comm H S Dist 99 - North High School.
How many public schools are located in 60515, IL?
8 public schools are located in 60515, IL.
What percentage of students in 60515, IL go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 60515, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60515, IL?
60515, IL public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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