For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,422 students in 60201, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,004 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 60201, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60201, IL are Orrington Elementary School, Dewey Elementary School and Kingsley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60201 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60201, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60201, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orrington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2636 Orrington Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8781
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8781
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Dewey Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1551 Wesley Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8141
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8141
Gr: K-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Kingsley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2300 Green Bay Rd
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8401
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8401
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Lincolnwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 Colfax St
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8881
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8881
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Willard Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Hurd Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 905-3601
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 905-3601
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Evanston Twp High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Dodge Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 424-7200
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 424-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 3,560 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Haven Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2417 Prairie Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8200
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Dr Ml King Jr Literary&fine Arts
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2424 Lake St
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8500
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8500
Gr: K-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
1500 Mcdaniel Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8301
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8301
Gr: PK | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60201, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60201, IL include Orrington Elementary School, Dewey Elementary School and Kingsley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60201?
9 public schools are located in 60201.
What percentage of students in 60201 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 60201 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60201?
60201 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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