For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,730 students in 60202, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60202, IL are Rice Childrens Center, Lincoln Elementary School and Nichols Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60202 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60202, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60202, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rice Childrens Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1101 Washington St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-2450
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-2450
Grades: 1-8
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
910 Forest Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3501
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3501
Grades: K-5
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Nichols Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Greenleaf St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8661
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8661
Grades: 6-8
| 637 students
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
914 Ashland Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-4901
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-4901
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #55.
Chute Middle School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Oakton St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8601
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8601
Grades: 6-8
| 597 students
Rank: #66.
Dawes Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
440 Dodge Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3401
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3401
Grades: K-5
| 307 students
Rank: #77.
Oakton Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
436 Ridge Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8801
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8801
Grades: K-5
| 375 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60202, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60202, IL include Rice Childrens Center, Lincoln Elementary School and Nichols Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60202?
7 public elementary schools are located in 60202.
What is the racial composition of students in 60202?
60202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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