For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,425 students in 60409, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60409, IL are Center For Alternative Learning, Center For Academics And Technolo and Thornton Fractnl No High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60409 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60409, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60409 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thornton Fractnl No High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60409, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Center For Alternative Learning
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1601 Wentworth Ave
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 585-9401
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 585-9401
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Center For Academics And Technolo
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1605 Wentworth
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 585-2353
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 585-2353
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Thornton Fractnl No High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
755 Pulaski Rd
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 585-1000
Calumet City, IL 60409
(708) 585-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,425 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60409, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60409, IL include Center For Alternative Learning, Center For Academics And Technolo and Thornton Fractnl No High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60409?
3 public high schools are located in 60409.
What is the racial composition of students in 60409?
60409 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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