For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,391 students in 60609, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60609, IL are Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk, Back Of The Yards Ib High School and Air Force Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60609 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60609, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60609 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Back Of The Yards Ib High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60609, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2245 W Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 247-8400
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 247-8400
Gr: K-12 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Back Of The Yards Ib High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2111 W 47th St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-7320
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-7320
Gr: 9-12 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Air Force Academy High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3630 S Wells St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-1590
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-1590
Gr: 9-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Peace And Education Coalition High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4946 S Paulina St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-9212
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-9212
Gr: 10-12
Rank: #55.
Tilden Career Communty Academy High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4747 S Union Ave
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-1625
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-1625
Gr: 9-12 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Horizon Sci Academy - Southwest Chtr
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5401 S Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 498-3355
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 498-3355
Gr: K-12 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Richards Career Academy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5009 S Laflin St
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-4945
Chicago, IL 60609
(773) 535-4945
Gr: 9-12 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60609, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60609, IL include Horizon Science Acad-mckinley Pk, Back Of The Yards Ib High School and Air Force Academy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60609?
7 public high schools are located in 60609.
What is the racial composition of students in 60609?
60609 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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