For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,656 students in 60433, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 342 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 60433, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60433, IL are Eisenhower Academy, Union Elementary School and Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60433 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60433, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60433, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Academy
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
406 Burke Dr
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-0233
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-0233
Gr: 1-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1661 Cherry Hill Rd
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 726-5218
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 726-5218
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
402 Richards St
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-5271
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-5271
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Laraway School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Rowell Ave
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-5115
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-5115
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
T E Culbertson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1521 E Washington St
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-0035
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-0035
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Thompson Instructional Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Rowell Ave
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 740-5458
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 740-5458
Gr: K-8
Rank: #77.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 3rd Ave
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-2808
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-2808
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Edna Keith Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 4th Ave
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-3409
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-3409
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
60433, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1705 Richards St
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-2359
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 727-2359
Gr: PK-1 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Sowic Education Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
1705 Richards St
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-2651
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 723-2651
Gr: 10-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60433, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60433, IL include Eisenhower Academy, Union Elementary School and Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm.
How many public schools are located in 60433?
8 public schools are located in 60433.
What percentage of students in 60433 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 60433 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60433?
60433 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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