For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,727 students in 60638, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 60638, IL are Hancock College Preparatory High School and Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60638 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60638, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60638 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hancock College Preparatory High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60638, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hancock College Preparatory High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4034 W 56th St
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2410
Chicago, IL 60638
(773) 535-2410
Grades: 9-12
| 1,032 students
Rank: #22.
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
| 1,695 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 high schools in 60638, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60638, IL include Hancock College Preparatory High School and Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60638?
2 public high schools are located in 60638.
What is the racial composition of students in 60638?
60638 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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