For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,252 students in 60501, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 883 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 60501, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60501, IL are Dr Donald Wharton Elementary School, Argo Community High School and Otis P Graves Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60501 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60501, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60501, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr Donald Wharton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7555 W 64th St
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-0640
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-0640
Gr: K-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Argo Community High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7329 W 63rd St
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 728-3200
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 728-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,817 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Otis P Graves Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6021 S 74th Ave
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7260
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7260
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Walsh Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5640 S 75th Ave
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7165
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7165
Gr: K-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
W W Walker Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7735 W 66th Pl
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7150
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7150
Gr: K-5 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Heritage Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6021 S 74th Ave
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7590
Summit Argo, IL 60501
(708) 458-7590
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60501, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60501, IL include Dr Donald Wharton Elementary School, Argo Community High School and Otis P Graves Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60501?
6 public schools are located in 60501.
What percentage of students in 60501 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 60501 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60501?
60501 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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