For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,099 students in 60087, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 215 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 60087, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60087, IL are H R Mccall Elementary School, Little Fort Elementary School and John S Clark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60087 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60087, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60087, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H R Mccall Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Little Fort Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1775 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
John S Clark Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1919 North Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2230 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Delaware Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10271 W Beach Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Jack Benny Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Montesano Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
60087, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Abdssc School-3rd Floor High School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
742 Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60087, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60087, IL include H R Mccall Elementary School, Little Fort Elementary School and John S Clark Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60087?
8 public schools are located in 60087.
What percentage of students in 60087 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 60087 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60087?
60087 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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