For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 178 students in 60541, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 60541, IL is Newark Comm High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 60541 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60541, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60541 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newark Comm High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60541, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newark Comm High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
413 Chicago Rd
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5164
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5164
Grades: 9-12
| 178 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 60541, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 60541, IL include Newark Comm High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60541?
1 public high schools are located in 60541.
What is the racial composition of students in 60541?
60541 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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