For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,801 students in 60605, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,720 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 60605, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60605, IL are Jones College Prep High School, South Loop Elementary School and Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60605 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60605, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60605, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jones College Prep High School
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
700 S State St
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 534-8600
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 534-8600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,941 students
Rank: #22.
South Loop Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1212 S Plymouth Ct
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 534-8690
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 534-8690
Grades: PK-8
| 808 students
Rank: #33.
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men
Charter School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 S Wabash Ave, Roosevelt Un
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 276-0259
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 276-0259
Grades: 9-12
| 52 students
60605, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ace Technical Charter High School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
1455 S Mich Ste 218
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 880-0261
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 880-0261
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60605, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60605, IL include Jones College Prep High School, South Loop Elementary School and Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men.
How many public schools are located in 60605?
3 public schools are located in 60605.
What percentage of students in 60605 go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 60605 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60605?
60605 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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