For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,416 students in 60558, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 770 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 60558, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60558, IL are Forest Hills Elementary School, Field Park Elementary School and Mcclure Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60558 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60558, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60558, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5020 Central Ave
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7678
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7678
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Field Park Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4335 Howard Ave
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7675
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7675
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Mcclure Jr High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4225 Wolf Rd
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7590
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7590
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
John Laidlaw Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4072 Forest Ave
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7673
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-7673
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60558, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60558, IL include Forest Hills Elementary School, Field Park Elementary School and Mcclure Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 60558?
4 public schools are located in 60558.
What percentage of students in 60558 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 60558 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60558?
60558 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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