Best 60087 Illinois Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,062 students in 60087, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 215 private students). 93% 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 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60087, IL Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H R Mccall Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3215 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Little Fort Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1775 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
John S Clark Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
601 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Gr: K-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1919 North Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2230 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 Delaware Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
10271 W Beach Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Jack Benny Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1401 Montesano Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Gr: 6-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 60087 Illinois

60087, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
742 Greenwood Ave
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?
93% 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 56% (majority Hispanic).

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