For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,676 students in 60406, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60406, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Veterans Memorial Middle School and Paul Revere Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60406 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60406, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60406, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2140 Broadway St
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-5370
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-5370
Grades: K-3
| 295 students
Rank: #22.
Veterans Memorial Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12320 Greenwood Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 489-7307
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 489-7307
Grades: 6-8
| 370 students
Rank: #33.
Paul Revere Intermediate School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12331 Gregory St
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-4450
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-4450
Grades: 4-5
| 195 students
Rank: #44.
Everett F Kerr Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12915 Maple Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-5959
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-5959
Grades: 6-8
| 308 students
Rank: #55.
Paul Revere Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2300 123rd Pl
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 489-3533
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 489-3533
Grades: K-3
| 336 students
Rank: #66.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13043 Maple Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-6170
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-6170
Grades: 4-5
| 172 students
Rank: n/an/a
A.n.c.h.o.r. Academy
Alternative School
12015 Maple Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-6800
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-6800
Grades: 3-8
| n/a students
60406, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy For Learning (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
13813 Western Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 597-8862
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 597-8862
Grades: 9-12
| 218 students
13801 S Chatham
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 489-4362
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 489-4362
Grades: K-5
| 128 students
12015 Maple Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-2915
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-2915
Grades: PK-8
| 18 students
12418 Highland Ave
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-1886
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 385-1886
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Pace Primary - Street Emeric School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
13801 S Chatham
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 793-3316
Blue Island, IL 60406
(708) 793-3316
Grades: 1-6
| 62 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60406, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60406, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Veterans Memorial Middle School and Paul Revere Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60406?
7 public elementary schools are located in 60406.
What is the racial composition of students in 60406?
60406 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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