For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 287 students in 60150, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 60150, IL is Malta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 60150 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60150, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60150, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malta Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5068 Il Route 38
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 754-2970
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 754-2970
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
60150, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kec Area Vocational Center (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
21255 Malta Rd
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2000
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2000
Gr: 11-12
5068 Il Route 38
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2061
Malta, IL 60150
(815) 825-2061
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60150, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60150, IL include Malta Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60150?
1 public elementary schools are located in 60150.
What is the racial composition of students in 60150?
60150 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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