For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,621 students in 60521, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 797 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 60521, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60521, IL are Oak Elementary School, The Lane Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60521 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60521, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
950 S Oak St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4300
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
The Lane Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
500 N Elm St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4500
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4500
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
611 S Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4100
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4100
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
210 N Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4200
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4200
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Hinsdale Central High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5500 S Grant St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 570-8000
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 570-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,436 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Hinsdale Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 S Garfield St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4700
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 861-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60521, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60521, IL include Oak Elementary School, The Lane Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60521?
6 public schools are located in 60521.
What percentage of students in 60521 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 60521 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60521?
60521 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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