For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,235 students in 60629, IL.
The top ranked public charter schools in 60629, IL are Ace Amandla Charter School and Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 9%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60629, IL Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ace Amandla Charter School
Charter School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6820 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Grades: 9-12
| 140 students
Rank: #22.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Grades: K-12
| 1,095 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 60629, IL?
The top ranked public charter schools in 60629, IL include Ace Amandla Charter School and Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 60629?
2 public charter schools are located in 60629.
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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