For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,251 students in 60626, IL (there are 5 private schools, serving 739 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 60626, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60626, IL are Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter, New Field Elementary School and Jordan Elementary Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60626 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 60626, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60626, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7212 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 761-8960
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 761-8960
Grades: 6-12
| 588 students
Rank: #22.
New Field Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1707 W Morse Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2760
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2760
Grades: PK-4
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
Jordan Elementary Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7414 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2220
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2220
Grades: PK-8
| 482 students
Rank: #44.
Kilmer Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6700 N Greenview Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2115
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2115
Grades: PK-8
| 682 students
Rank: #55.
Field Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7019 N Ashland Blvd
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2030
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2030
Grades: 5-8
| 148 students
Rank: #66.
Sullivan High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6631 N Bosworth Ave
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2000
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 595 students
Rank: #77.
Gale Elementary Community Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1631 W Jonquil Ter
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2100
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 534-2100
Grades: PK-8
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60626, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60626, IL include Chicago Math & Sci Elementary Charter, New Field Elementary School and Jordan Elementary Community School.
How many public schools are located in 60626, IL?
7 public schools are located in 60626, IL.
What percentage of students in 60626, IL go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 60626, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60626, IL?
60626, IL public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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