For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,062 students in 60087, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 215 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 60087, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60087, IL are Little Fort Elementary School, H R Mccall Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60087 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60087, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60087, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Little Fort Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1775 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #22.
H R Mccall Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3215 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Grades: K-5
| 378 students
Rank: #33.
Greenwood Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1919 North Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
John S Clark Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Grades: K-5
| 240 students
Rank: #55.
Oakdale Elementary School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2230 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Grades: PK-5
| 466 students
Rank: #66.
Clearview Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Delaware Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #77.
Howe Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10271 W Beach Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #88.
Jack Benny Middle School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Montesano Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Grades: 6-8
| 506 students
60087, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Abdssc Sch-3rd Floor High School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
742 Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Grades: 6-12
| 27 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60087, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60087, IL include Little Fort Elementary School, H R Mccall Elementary School and Greenwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60087?
8 public schools are located in 60087.
What percentage of students in 60087 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 60087 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60087?
60087 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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