For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,598 students in 60178, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 320 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 60178, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60178, IL are North Grove Elementary School, Sycamore High School and Southeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60178 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60178, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60178, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Grove Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
850 Republic Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8124
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8124
Grades: K-5
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
Sycamore High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
427 Spartan Trl
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8160
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8160
Grades: 9-12
| 1,191 students
Rank: #33.
Southeast Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
718 S Locust St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Grades: K-5
| 296 students
Rank: #44.
North Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1680 Brickville Rd
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8209
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8209
Grades: K-5
| 263 students
Rank: #55.
West Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
718 S Locust St
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8219
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
Rank: #66.
South Prairie Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
820 Borden Ave
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8299
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8299
Grades: PK-5
| 306 students
Rank: #77.
Sycamore Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Maplewood Dr
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8170
Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 899-8170
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60178, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60178, IL include North Grove Elementary School, Sycamore High School and Southeast Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60178?
7 public schools are located in 60178.
What percentage of students in 60178 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 60178 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60178?
60178 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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