For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,439 students in 60123, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60123, IL are Creekside Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Hillcrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60123 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60123, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60123, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
655 N Airlite St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 289-6270
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 289-6270
Gr: PK-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
819 W Chicago St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5270
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5270
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
80 N Airlite St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5282
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5282
Gr: PK-6 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Lowrie Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
264 Oak St
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5260
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5260
Gr: K-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
190 N Melrose Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5280
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5280
Gr: PK-6 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Century Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1235 Braeburn Dr
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5180
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5180
Gr: PK-6 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Harriet Gifford Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
240 S Clifton Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5195
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 888-5195
Gr: PK-6 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60123, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60123, IL include Creekside Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Hillcrest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60123?
7 public elementary schools are located in 60123.
What is the racial composition of students in 60123?
60123 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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