For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,162 students in 60135, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 60135, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60135, IL are Genoa-kingston Middle School, Genoa Elementary School and Genoa-kingston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60135 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60135, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60135, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Genoa-kingston Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
941 W Main St
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-5222
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-5222
Grades: 6-8
| 349 students
Rank: #22.
Genoa Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
602 E Hill St
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-3742
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-3742
Grades: 3-5
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
Genoa-kingston High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
980 Park Ave
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-5111
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-5111
Grades: 9-12
| 468 students
60135, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
123 W 1st St
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-2448
Genoa, IL 60135
(815) 784-2448
Grades: PK-1
| 239 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60135, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60135, IL include Genoa-kingston Middle School, Genoa Elementary School and Genoa-kingston High School.
How many public schools are located in 60135?
3 public schools are located in 60135.
What percentage of students in 60135 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 60135 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60135?
60135 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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