For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,175 students in 60302, IL (there are 10 private schools, serving 2,268 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 60302, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60302, IL are Horace Mann Elementary School, Oak Park & River Forest High School and Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60302 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60302, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60302, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Horace Mann Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
921 N Kenilworth Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3082
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3082
Grades: K-5
| 403 students
Rank: #22.
Oak Park & River Forest High School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 N Scoville Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 383-0700
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 383-0700
Grades: 9-12
| 3,304 students
Rank: #33.
Whittier Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
715 N Harvey Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3115
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3115
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #44.
Oliver W Holmes Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
508 N Kenilworth Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3100
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #55.
William Hatch Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 N Ridgeland Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3095
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3095
Grades: PK-5
| 340 students
Rank: #66.
William Beye Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
230 N Cuyler Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3070
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3070
Grades: K-5
| 368 students
Rank: #77.
Percy Julian Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
416 S Ridgeland Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3040
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3040
Grades: 6-8
| 921 students
Rank: #88.
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
325 S Kenilworth Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3050
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 524-3050
Grades: 6-8
| 958 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60302, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60302, IL include Horace Mann Elementary School, Oak Park & River Forest High School and Whittier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60302?
8 public schools are located in 60302.
What percentage of students in 60302 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 60302 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60302?
60302 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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