For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,345 students in 60659, IL (there are 19 private schools, serving 2,697 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 60659, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60659, IL are Solomon Elementary School, Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy and Jamieson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60659 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60659, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60659, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Solomon Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6206 N Hamlin Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5226
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5226
Grades: PK-8
| 343 students
Rank: #22.
Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6239 N Leavitt St
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2045
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2045
Grades: K-8
| 551 students
Rank: #33.
Jamieson Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5650 N Mozart St
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2395
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2395
Grades: PK-8
| 795 students
Rank: #44.
Northside Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3730 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5180
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5180
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Clinton Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6110 N Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2025
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2025
Grades: PK-8
| 1,016 students
Rank: #66.
Cics - Northtown Campus
Charter School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3900 W Peterson Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 478-3655
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 478-3655
Grades: 9-12
| 891 students
Rank: #77.
Mather High School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5835 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2350
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2350
Grades: 9-12
| 1,749 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60659, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60659, IL include Solomon Elementary School, Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy and Jamieson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60659?
7 public schools are located in 60659.
What percentage of students in 60659 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 60659 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60659?
60659 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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