For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 681 students in 60430, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 60430, IL is James Hart School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 60430 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60430, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60430, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Hart School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18220 Morgan St
Homewood, IL 60430
(708) 799-5544
Homewood, IL 60430
(708) 799-5544
Gr: 6-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60430, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60430, IL include James Hart School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60430?
1 public middle schools are located in 60430.
What is the racial composition of students in 60430?
60430 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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