For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,447 students in 60501, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60501, IL are Dr Donald Wharton Elementary School, Otis P Graves Elementary School and Walsh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60501 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60501, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60501, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
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 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
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 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
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 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
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: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60501, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60501, IL include Dr Donald Wharton Elementary School, Otis P Graves Elementary School and Walsh Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60501?
5 public elementary schools are located in 60501.
What is the racial composition of students in 60501?
60501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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