Best 60940 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 452 students in 60940, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60940, IL are Grant Park High School and Grant Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60940 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60940, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60940, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grant Park High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
421 Esson Farm Rd
Grant Park, IL 60940
(815) 465-2181
Gr: 9-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Grant Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
421 Esson Farm Rd
Grant Park, IL 60940
(815) 465-2183
Gr: PK-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60940, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60940, IL include Grant Park High School and Grant Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60940?
2 public schools are located in 60940.
What is the racial composition of students in 60940?
60940 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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