Best 60586 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,436 students in 60586, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 27 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 60586, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60586, IL are River View Elementary School, Troy Middle School and Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60586 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60586, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60586, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River View Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2097 S Bronk Rd
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 439-4840
Gr: K-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Troy Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5800 Theodore Dr
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 577-6760
Gr: 7-8 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1900 Caton Ridge Dr
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 577-4630
Gr: K-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Orenic Intermediate School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5820 Theodore Dr
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 577-6760
Gr: 5-6 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Charles Reed Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2110 Clublands Pkwy
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 254-2160
Gr: K-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Wesmere Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2001 Wesmere Pkwy
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 439-3244
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Timber Ridge Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2101 S Bronk Rd
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 439-3410
Gr: 6-8 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Meadow View Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2501 Mirage Ave
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 439-4828
Gr: K-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #99.
Drauden Point Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1911 Drauden Rd
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 577-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1010.
Plainfield South High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7800 Caton Farm Rd
Plainfield, IL 60586
(815) 439-5555
Gr: 9-12 | 2,323 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60586, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60586, IL include River View Elementary School, Troy Middle School and Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60586?
10 public schools are located in 60586.
What percentage of students in 60586 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 60586 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60586?
60586 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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