For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,398 students in 60516, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60516, IL are Fairmount Elementary School, Prairieview Elementary School and Lakeview Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60516 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60516, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60516, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6036 Blodgett Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5830
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5830
Grades: PK-6
| 332 students
Rank: #22.
Prairieview Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
699 Plainfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 783-5100
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 783-5100
Grades: 3-5
| 336 students
Rank: #33.
Lakeview Jr High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 Plainfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 985-2700
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 985-2700
Grades: 6-8
| 378 students
Rank: #44.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1435 Jefferson Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5840
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5840
Grades: PK-6
| 358 students
Rank: #55.
Kingsley Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6509 Powell St
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5850
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5850
Grades: PK-6
| 378 students
Rank: #66.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6235 Stonewall Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5845
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5845
Grades: PK-6
| 329 students
Rank: #77.
El Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6835 Fairmount Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5825
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5825
Grades: PK-6
| 287 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60516, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60516, IL include Fairmount Elementary School, Prairieview Elementary School and Lakeview Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60516?
7 public elementary schools are located in 60516.
What is the racial composition of students in 60516?
60516 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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