For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,648 students in 60638, IL (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,646 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 60638, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60638, IL are Kinzie Elementary School, Twain Elementary School and Byrne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60638 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60638, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60638, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kinzie Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5625 S Mobile Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2425
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2425
Grades: PK-8
| 669 students
Rank: #22.
Twain Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5134 S Lotus Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2290
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2290
Grades: PK-8
| 931 students
Rank: #33.
Byrne Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5329 S Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2170
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2170
Grades: K-8
| 628 students
Rank: #44.
Charles J Sahs Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5001 S Long Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(708) 458-1152
Chicago, IL 60638
(708) 458-1152
Grades: PK-8
| 313 students
Rank: #55.
Dore Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7134 W 65th St
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2080
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2080
Grades: PK-8
| 720 students
Rank: #66.
Grimes Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5450 W 64th Pl
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2364
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2364
Grades: PK-8
| 395 students
Rank: #77.
Hale Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6140 S Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2265
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2265
Grades: K-8
| 813 students
Rank: #88.
Kennedy High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6325 W 56th St
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2325
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2325
Grades: 9-12
| 1,720 students
Rank: #99.
Hearst Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4640 S Lamon Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2376
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2376
Grades: PK-8
| 302 students
Rank: n/an/a
6751 W 63rd Pl
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2076
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2076
Grades: PK-2
| 157 students
60638, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5434 S Lockwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-9800
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-9800
Grades: 2-8
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60638, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60638, IL include Kinzie Elementary School, Twain Elementary School and Byrne Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60638?
10 public schools are located in 60638.
What percentage of students in 60638 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 60638 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60638?
60638 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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