For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public charter schools serving 2,577 students in 60612, IL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60612, IL are Locke A Elementary Charter Academy, Learn Charter Excel Campus and Learn Chtr-campbell Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 60612 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60612, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60612, IL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Locke A Elementary Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3141 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 265-7232
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 265-7232
Gr: K-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Learn Charter Excel Campus
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3021 W Carroll Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 243-7001
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 243-7001
Gr: K-6 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Learn Chtr-campbell Campus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
212 S Francisco Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 826-0370
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 826-0370
Gr: K-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Yccs-west Town Academy Alt High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 N Sacramento Blvd
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 563-9044
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 563-9044
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Noble St Chtr-chicago Bulls Prep
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2040 W Adams St
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-7599
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-7599
Gr: 9-12 | 1,060 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Learn Chtr - Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3021 W Carroll Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 584-4300
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 584-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #77.
Learn Chtr - 7th Campus
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3021 W Carroll Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 584-4300
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 584-4300
Gr: K-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 60612, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60612, IL include Locke A Elementary Charter Academy, Learn Charter Excel Campus and Learn Chtr-campbell Campus.
How many public charter schools are located in 60612?
7 public charter schools are located in 60612.
What is the racial composition of students in 60612?
60612 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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