Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::offsetGet($offset) should either be compatible with ArrayAccess::offsetGet(mixed $offset): mixed, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 106 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::offsetSet($offset, $value) should either be compatible with ArrayAccess::offsetSet(mixed $offset, mixed $value): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 115 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::offsetUnset($offset) should either be compatible with ArrayAccess::offsetUnset(mixed $offset): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 130 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::current() should either be compatible with Iterator::current(): mixed, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 48 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::next() should either be compatible with Iterator::next(): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 56 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Util\ArrayObject::rewind() should either be compatible with Iterator::rewind(): void, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Util/ArrayObject.php on line 80 Deprecated: Return type of Phpfastcache\Drivers\Memcached\Item::jsonSerialize() should either be compatible with JsonSerializable::jsonSerialize(): mixed, or the #[\ReturnTypeWillChange] attribute should be used to temporarily suppress the notice in /home/devzheng/workspace/psr/vendor/phpfastcache/phpfastcache/lib/Phpfastcache/Core/Item/ItemExtendedTrait.php on line 438 Best Public Schools in 60619 (Chicago, IL) (2026)
Public School Review - Established 2003

Best 60619 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 6,119 students in 60619, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 387 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 60619, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60619, IL are Mcdade Elementary Classical School, Mcdowell Elementary School and Cics - Avalon/south Shore. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60619 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60619, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60619, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdade Elementary Classical School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
8801 S Indiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3669
Gr: K-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mcdowell Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1419 E 89th St
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-6404
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Cics - Avalon/south Shore
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1501 E 83rd Pl
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 721-0858
Gr: K-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
Rank: #44.
Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8306 S Saint Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3834
Gr: PK-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Burnside Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
650 E 91st Pl
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3300
Gr: PK-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #66.
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
650 E 85th St
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3435
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7740 S Ingleside Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Yccs Chtr - Chatham
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9035 S Langley Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 651-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
Rank: #99.
Noble St Chtr-comer College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7131 S South Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 729-3969
Gr: 6-12 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1010.
Betty Shabazz Internl Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7823 S Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 651-1221
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1111.
Washington H Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9130 S University Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-6225
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Avalon Park Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8045 S Kenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-6615
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7433 S Dorchester Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-0551
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Neil Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8555 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3000
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #12 - 1512. - 15.
Tanner Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7350 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3870
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #1616.
Ruggles Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7831 S Prairie Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3085
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1717.
Gillespie Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9301 S State St
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-5065
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1818.
Revere Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1010 E 72nd St
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-0618
Gr: PK-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #1919.
Ashe Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8505 S Ingleside Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3550
Gr: PK-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #2020.
Deneen Elementary School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7240 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 535-3035
Gr: PK-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60619, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60619, IL include Mcdade Elementary Classical School, Mcdowell Elementary School and Cics - Avalon/south Shore.
How many public schools are located in 60619?
20 public schools are located in 60619.
What percentage of students in 60619 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 60619 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60619?
60619 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Recent Articles

AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.

Quick Links

School Search Tools:
School by Type (IL):
Private & Boarding Schools:
State Links:

Most Popular Articles

Year-Round vs Traditional School Calendar: 2025 Insights
Year-Round vs Traditional School Calendar: 2025 Insights
 Changing Demographics Will Alter the Diversity of Public Schools
Changing Demographics Will Alter the Diversity of Public Schools
Illinois Top-Ranked Public Schools
Illinois Top-Ranked Public Schools
 Cell Phones in Class? Many Schools are Saying Yes
Cell Phones in Class? Many Schools are Saying Yes
 What are the Benefits of Public School Over Homeschooling?
What are the Benefits of Public School Over Homeschooling?

More Articles

About Public Schools
Opinion
Teaching
Local School Topics
Parenting and Learning Issues