For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,072 students in 60612, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60612, IL are Cook Co Juvenile-jefferson Alt High School, Iyc Chicago and Phoenix Military 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 60612 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60612, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60612 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Phoenix Military Academy High School, with ≥95% 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 60612, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cook Co Juvenile-jefferson Alt High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1100 S Hamilton Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 433-7110
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 433-7110
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #22.
Iyc Chicago
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
136 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 633-5219
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 633-5219
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Military Academy High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
145 S Campbell Ave
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-7275
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-7275
Gr: 9-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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.
Manley Career Academy High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2935 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-6900
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Crane Medical Prep High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2245 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-7600
Chicago, IL 60612
(773) 534-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60612, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60612, IL include Cook Co Juvenile-jefferson Alt High School, Iyc Chicago and Phoenix Military Academy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60612?
7 public high schools are located in 60612.
What is the racial composition of students in 60612?
60612 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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