For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 889 students in 60088, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60088, IL are Learn Chtr School 6 N Chicago Campus and Forrestal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60088 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60088, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60088, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learn Chtr School 6 N Chicago Campus
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3131 Sheridan Rd
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 377-0600
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 377-0600
Gr: K-8 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Forrestal Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2833 E Washington Ave
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 689-6310
Great Lakes, IL 60088
(847) 689-6310
Gr: K-3 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60088, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60088, IL include Learn Chtr School 6 N Chicago Campus and Forrestal Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60088?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60088.
What is the racial composition of students in 60088?
60088 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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