Top 3 Best 60526 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,388 students in 60526, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 886 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 60526, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60526, IL are Park Junior High School, Forest Road Elementary School and Brook Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60526 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60526, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60526, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Park Junior High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
325 N Park Rd
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 215-7025
Grades: 7-8
| 710 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Road Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
901 Forest Rd
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 215-7025
Grades: 1-6
| 529 students
Rank: #33.
Brook Park Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1214 Raymond Ave
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 354-3740
Grades: K-5
| 880 students
Rank: n/an/a
Barnsdale Road School
920 Barnsdale Rd
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 215-7025
Grades: PK-K
| 269 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 60526, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60526, IL include Park Junior High School, Forest Road Elementary School and Brook Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60526, IL?
4 public schools are located in 60526, IL.
What percentage of students in 60526, IL go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 60526, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60526, IL?
60526, IL public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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