For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,030 students in 60076, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60076, IL are East Prairie Elementary School, Oliver Mccracken Middle School and John Middleton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60076 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60076, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60076, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Prairie Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7616 E Prairie Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1141
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1141
Grades: PK-8
| 515 students
Rank: #22.
Oliver Mccracken Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8000 E Prairie Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1220
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1220
Grades: 6-8
| 348 students
Rank: #33.
John Middleton Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8000 E Prairie Rd
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1222
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 673-1222
Grades: 1-5
| 519 students
Rank: #44.
Old Orchard Jr High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9310 Kenton Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-7501
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-7501
Grades: 6-8
| 648 students
Rank: #55.
Highland Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9700 Crawford Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 676-5001
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 676-5001
Grades: K-5
| 329 students
Rank: #66.
Dr Bessie Rhodes-global Studies
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Davis St
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 859-8441
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 859-8441
Grades: K-8
| 253 students
Rank: #77.
Devonshire Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9040 Kostner Ave
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-4901
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 568-4901
Grades: K-5
| 418 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60076, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60076, IL include East Prairie Elementary School, Oliver Mccracken Middle School and John Middleton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60076?
7 public elementary schools are located in 60076.
What is the racial composition of students in 60076?
60076 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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