For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 584 students in 60471, IL.
The top-ranked public charter school in 60471, IL is Southland College Prep Chtr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 60471 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60471, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60471, IL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland College Prep Chtr High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4601 Sauk Trl
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 748-0100
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 748-0100
Gr: 9-12 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 60471, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60471, IL include Southland College Prep Chtr High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 60471?
1 public charter schools are located in 60471.
What is the racial composition of students in 60471?
60471 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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