For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,877 students in 60445, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 276 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 60445, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60445, IL are Nathan Hale Intermediate, Nathan Hale Middle School and Springfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60445 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60445, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60445, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nathan Hale Intermediate
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5312 135th St
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-3399
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-3399
Gr: 4-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Nathan Hale Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5220 135th St
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-6690
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-6690
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Springfield Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14620 Springfield Ave
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 388-4121
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 388-4121
Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Developmental Learning Pgm Dlp
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14801 Turner Ave
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 371-6340
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 371-6340
Gr: PK-8
Rank: #55.
Nathan Hale Primary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5324 135th St
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-4690
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-4690
Gr: PK-3 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Bremen High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15203 Pulaski Rd
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 371-3600
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 371-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,414 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Kolmar Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4500 143rd St
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-6747
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-6747
Gr: K-8 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Central Park Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3621 151st St
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-0045
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-0045
Gr: K-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
14811 Turner Ave
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-4551
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-4551
Gr: PK | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
60445, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14811 Turner Ave
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-4551
Midlothian, IL 60445
(708) 385-4551
Gr: PK-3 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60445, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60445, IL include Nathan Hale Intermediate, Nathan Hale Middle School and Springfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60445?
9 public schools are located in 60445.
What percentage of students in 60445 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 60445 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60445?
60445 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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