For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 585 students in 60096, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60096, IL are Westfield School and North Prairie Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60096 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60096, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60096, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westfield School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2309 9th St
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5438
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5438
Grades: PK-4
| 338 students
Rank: #22.
North Prairie Jr High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 North Ave
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 731-3089
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 731-3089
Grades: 5-8
| 247 students
60096, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
628 College Ave
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5414
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5414
Grades: K-1
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60096, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60096, IL include Westfield School and North Prairie Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60096, IL?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60096, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60096, IL?
60096, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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