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Best 60616 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,242 students in 60616, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,743 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 60616, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60616, IL are Healy Elementary School, Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy and Haines Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60616 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60616, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60616, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Healy Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3010 S Parnell Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9190
Gr: K-8 | 1,194 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Sheridan Elementary Math & Science Academy
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
533 W 27th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9120
Gr: K-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Haines Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
247 W 23rd Pl
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9200
Gr: PK-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
South Loop Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1601 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-8690
Gr: PK-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Graham R Training Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2347 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9257
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #66.
Ward J Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2701 S Shields Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9050
Gr: PK-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
National Teachers Elementary Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
55 W Cermak Rd
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9970
Gr: PK-8 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Yccs-mckinley-lakeside Leadership
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2920 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-5010
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #99.
John J Pershing Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 S Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9272
Gr: PK-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Drake Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2710 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9129
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1111.
Urban Prep Chtr Bronzeville High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
521 E 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 624-3444
Gr: 9-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1212.
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1930 S Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 225-7400
Gr: 6-12 | 313 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Dunbar Vocational Career Academy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3000 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 534-9000
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
James R Doolittle Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
535 E 35th St
Chicago, IL 60616
(773) 535-1040
Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60616, IL?
How many public schools are located in 60616?
14 public schools are located in 60616.
What percentage of students in 60616 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 60616 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60616?
60616 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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