For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,612 students in 60542, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 124 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 60542, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60542, IL are Jewel Middle School, Fearn Elementary School and Goodwin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60542 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60542, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60542, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jewel Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 Waterford Rd
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5010
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5010
Grades: 6-8
| 523 students
Rank: #22.
Fearn Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 Hawksley Ln
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5001
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5001
Grades: K-5
| 465 students
Rank: #33.
Goodwin Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18 Poplar Pl
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5003
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5003
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: #44.
Schneider Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
304 Banbury Rd
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5014
North Aurora, IL 60542
(630) 301-5014
Grades: K-5
| 338 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60542, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60542, IL include Jewel Middle School, Fearn Elementary School and Goodwin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60542?
4 public schools are located in 60542.
What percentage of students in 60542 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 60542 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60542?
60542 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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