For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,804 students in 60189, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 230 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 60189, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60189, IL are Whittier Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60189 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60189, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60189, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
218 W Park Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2185
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2185
Grades: K-5
| 414 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
630 Dawes Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2075
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2075
Grades: K-5
| 483 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1620 Mayo Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2095
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2095
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #44.
Wiesbrook Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2160 Durfee Rd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2190
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2190
Grades: K-5
| 499 students
Rank: #55.
Wheaton Warrenville South High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1920 S Wiesbrook Rd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 784-7200
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 784-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,845 students
Rank: #66.
Edison Middle School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1125 S Wheaton Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2050
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2050
Grades: 6-8
| 674 students
Rank: #77.
Briar Glen Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1800 Briarcliffe Blvd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 545-3300
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 545-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60189, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60189, IL include Whittier Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60189?
7 public schools are located in 60189.
What percentage of students in 60189 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 60189 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60189?
60189 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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