For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 8,994 students in 60451, IL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,379 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 60451, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60451, IL are Arnold J Tyler School, Lincoln-way Central High School and Nelson Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60451 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60451, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60451, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arnold J Tyler School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
511 E Illinois Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2398
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2398
Gr: 1-3 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln-way Central High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 E Lincoln Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2172
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2172
Gr: 9-12 | 1,991 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Nelson Ridge School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2470 Nelson Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2870
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2870
Gr: 4-6 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Way West
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21701 S Gougar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 717-3501
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 717-3501
Gr: 9-12 | 2,047 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Spencer Crossing
(Math: 50% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1711 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7997
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7997
Gr: 4-6 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Cherry Hill Elementary And Ec Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Kingston Dr
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Nelson Prairie School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2366 Nelson Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2874
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2874
Gr: 1-3 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #88.
Bentley Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
513 E Illinois Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-4451
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-4451
Gr: 4-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #99.
Spencer Pointe
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1721 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7988
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7988
Gr: 1-3 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #1010.
Alex M Martino Jr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
731 E Joliet Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-7593
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-7593
Gr: 7-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #1111.
Liberty Junior High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
151 Lenox St
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7951
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7951
Gr: 7-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1212.
Oster-oakview School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
809 N Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2125
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2125
Gr: 4-6 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1313.
Haines Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
155 Haines Ave
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2115
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2115
Gr: 1-3 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Martin P Mckay Education Center
Special Education School
516 S Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 463-8068
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 463-8068
Rank: n/an/a
1701 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7007
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7007
Gr: K | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60451, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60451, IL include Arnold J Tyler School, Lincoln-way Central High School and Nelson Ridge School.
How many public schools are located in 60451?
15 public schools are located in 60451.
What percentage of students in 60451 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 60451 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60451?
60451 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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