For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,305 students in 60071, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60071, IL are Richmond-burton High School, Richmond Grade School and Nippersink Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60071 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60071, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60071, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richmond-burton High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8311 Il Route 31
Richmond, IL 60071
(815) 678-4242
Richmond, IL 60071
(815) 678-4242
Gr: 9-12 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Richmond Grade School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5815 Broadway St
Richmond, IL 60071
(815) 678-4717
Richmond, IL 60071
(815) 678-4717
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Nippersink Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10006 N Main St
Richmond, IL 60071
(815) 678-7129
Richmond, IL 60071
(815) 678-7129
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60071, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60071, IL include Richmond-burton High School, Richmond Grade School and Nippersink Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60071?
3 public schools are located in 60071.
What is the racial composition of students in 60071?
60071 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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