For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,244 students in 60629, IL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60629, IL are Ace Amandla Charter School and Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60629, IL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ace Amandla Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6820 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Gr: K-12 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 60629, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60629, IL include Ace Amandla Charter School and Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 60629?
2 public charter schools are located in 60629.
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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