For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,300 students in 60545, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60545, IL are Emily G Johns School and Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60545 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60545, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60545, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emily G Johns School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
430 S Mitchell Dr
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-9182
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-9182
Grades: 4-6
| 499 students
Rank: #22.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 S West St
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-3234
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-3234
Grades: 2-3
| 357 students
Rank: n/an/a
904 N Lew St
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-8504
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-8504
Grades: PK-1
| 444 students
60545, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pace Program (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
704 West Abe St
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-3178
Plano, IL 60545
(630) 552-3178
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60545, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60545, IL include Emily G Johns School and Centennial Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60545?
3 public elementary schools are located in 60545.
What is the racial composition of students in 60545?
60545 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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