For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,004 students in 60451, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 487 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 60451, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60451, IL are Arnold J Tyler School, Lincoln-way Central High School and Nelson Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60451 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60451, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60451, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arnold J Tyler School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
511 E Illinois Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2398
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2398
Grades: 1-3
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln-way Central High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 E Lincoln Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2172
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2172
Grades: 9-12
| 2,017 students
Rank: #33.
Nelson Ridge School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2470 Nelson Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2870
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2870
Grades: 4-6
| 455 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Way West
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21701 S Gougar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 717-3501
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 717-3501
Grades: 9-12
| 2,005 students
Rank: #55.
Spencer Crossing
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1711 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7997
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7997
Grades: 4-6
| 538 students
Rank: #66.
Cherry Hill Elementary And Ec Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Kingston Dr
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
Grades: PK-8
| 129 students
Rank: #77.
Spencer Pointe
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1721 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7988
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7988
Grades: 1-3
| 463 students
Rank: #88.
Nelson Prairie School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2366 Nelson Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2874
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2874
Grades: 1-3
| 383 students
Rank: #99.
Alex M Martino Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
731 E Joliet Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-7593
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-7593
Grades: 7-8
| 565 students
Rank: #1010.
Bentley Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
513 E Illinois Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-4451
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-4451
Grades: 4-6
| 380 students
Rank: #1111.
Oster-oakview School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
809 N Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2125
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2125
Grades: 4-6
| 365 students
Rank: #1212.
Liberty Junior High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
151 Lenox St
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7951
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7951
Grades: 7-8
| 587 students
Rank: #1313.
Haines Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 Haines Ave
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2115
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2115
Grades: 1-3
| 344 students
60451, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 Kingston Dr
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Martin P Mckay Education Center (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
516 S Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 463-8068
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 463-8068
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60451, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60451, IL include Arnold J Tyler School, Lincoln-way Central High School and Nelson Ridge School.
How many public schools are located in 60451?
14 public schools are located in 60451.
What percentage of students in 60451 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 60451 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60451?
60451 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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