For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,456 students in 60305, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,381 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 60305, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60305, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Willard Elementary School and Roosevelt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60305 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60305, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60305, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
511 Park Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-7340
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-7340
Grades: K-4
| 358 students
Rank: #22.
Willard Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1250 Ashland Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-6740
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-6740
Grades: PK-4
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7560 Oak Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-9230
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-9230
Grades: 5-8
| 686 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60305, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60305, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Willard Elementary School and Roosevelt School.
How many public schools are located in 60305, IL?
3 public schools are located in 60305, IL.
What percentage of students in 60305, IL go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 60305, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60305, IL?
60305, IL public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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