For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 4,190 students in 60624, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60624, IL are Kipp One Academy, Learn Chtr - Butler and Sumner Elementary Math & Sci Comm Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60624 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60624, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60624, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp One Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
730 N Pulaski Rd
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 938-8578
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 938-8578
Gr: K-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 125:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Learn Chtr - Butler
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1132 S Homan Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 722-0200
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 722-0200
Gr: K-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Sumner Elementary Math & Sci Comm Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4320 W 5th Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6730
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6730
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Ericson Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3600 W 5th Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6660
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6660
Gr: PK-8 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4055 W Arthington St
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6925
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6925
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Frazier Perspectives Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4027 W Grenshaw St
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6880
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6880
Gr: K-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Hefferan Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4409 W Wilcox St
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6192
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6192
Gr: PK-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Faraday Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3250 W Monroe St
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6670
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6670
Gr: PK-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Gregory Math & Sci Elementary Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3715 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6820
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6820
Gr: PK-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1010.
Ward L Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
646 N Lawndale Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6440
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6440
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Polaris Elementary Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
620 N Sawyer Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-0820
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-0820
Gr: K-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Melody Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3937 W Wilcox St
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6850
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6850
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Tilton Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
223 N Keeler Ave
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6746
Chicago, IL 60624
(773) 534-6746
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60624, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60624, IL include Kipp One Academy, Learn Chtr - Butler and Sumner Elementary Math & Sci Comm Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60624?
13 public elementary schools are located in 60624.
What is the racial composition of students in 60624?
60624 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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