For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,164 students in 60653, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 208 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 60653, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60653, IL are Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood, Robinson Elementary School and King College Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60653, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood
Charter School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Rank: #22.
Robinson Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4225 S Lake Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1777
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1777
Grades: PK-3
| 111 students
Rank: #33.
King College Prep High School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4445 S Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1180
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1180
Grades: 9-12
| 606 students
Rank: #44.
Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1060 E 47th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 690-5500
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 690-5500
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
249 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Grades: PK-8
| 280 students
Rank: #66.
Mollison Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4415 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Grades: PK-8
| 267 students
Rank: #77.
Chicago Military Academy High School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3519 S Giles Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 534-9750
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 534-9750
Grades: 9-12
| 232 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Fuller Elementary School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4214 S Saint Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Grades: PK-8
| 317 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue
Charter School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
707 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus
Charter School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3663 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Grades: 6-12
| 419 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Woodson South Elementary School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4414 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Grades: PK-8
| 294 students
Rank: #1212.
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Grades: PK-8
| 352 students
Rank: #1313.
Phillips Academy High School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
244 E Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Grades: 9-12
| 531 students
60653, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
707 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1782
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1782
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
249 East 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Grades: PK-8
| 396 students
244 East Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Grades: 10
| 21 students
4351 South Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Grades: 4-8
| 111 students
3663 S Wabash Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1745
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1745
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
4444 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Grades: 8
| 85 students
4414 S Evans Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1290
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1290
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60653, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60653, IL include Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood, Robinson Elementary School and King College Prep High School.
How many public schools are located in 60653?
13 public schools are located in 60653.
What percentage of students in 60653 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 60653 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60653?
60653 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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