For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,789 students in 60714, IL (there are 9 private schools, serving 2,263 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 60714, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60714, IL are Emerson Middle School, Clarence E Culver School and Gemini Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60714 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60714, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60714, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8101 N Cumberland Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 318-8110
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 318-8110
Gr: 6-8 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Clarence E Culver School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6901 W Oakton St
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-3407
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-3407
Gr: PK-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Gemini Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8955 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 827-1181
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 827-1181
Gr: 6-8 | 1,111 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9401 N Hamlin Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 296-5341
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 296-5341
Gr: K-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
V H Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8901 N Ozanam Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 965-0050
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 965-0050
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
8200 W Greendale Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 318-5360
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 318-5360
Gr: PK | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60714, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60714, IL include Emerson Middle School, Clarence E Culver School and Gemini Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60714?
6 public schools are located in 60714.
What percentage of students in 60714 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 60714 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60714?
60714 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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