For the 2025 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 7,221 students in 60174, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 313 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 60174, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60174, IL are Wild Rose Elementary School, Thompson Middle School and Mades-johnstone Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60174 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60174, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60174, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wild Rose Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
36w730 Red Haw Ln
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3000
Gr: K-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Thompson Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
705 W Main St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,282 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mades-johnstone Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4858
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4858
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northeast Academy East
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 S 7th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Wredling Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 Dunham Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3700
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,322 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Munhall Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 S 13th Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2600
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
211 S 6th Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2500
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #88.
St. Charles East High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1020 Dunham Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,984 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #99.
Richmond Intermediate School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 S 12th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2800
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2800
Gr: 3-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1010.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35w071 Villa Maria Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3300
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3300
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Academy
Alternative School
305 S 9th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3387
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3387
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
1125 S 7th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2200
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2200
Gr: K-2 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Mades-johnstone Rssp
Alternative School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(630) 232-5963
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(630) 232-5963
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Mid-valley Satellite Classes
Special Education School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Rank: n/an/a
Mid-valley Transition Program
Special Education School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Rank: n/an/a
Northeast Academy North
Alternative School
201 S 7th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Gr: 9-12
60174, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Compass Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
305 S 9th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3400
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3400
Gr: 9-12
1905 E Tyler Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
305 S 9th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
New Directions Program (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60174, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60174, IL include Wild Rose Elementary School, Thompson Middle School and Mades-johnstone Center.
How many public schools are located in 60174?
17 public schools are located in 60174.
What percentage of students in 60174 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 60174 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60174?
60174 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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