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Best 60645 Illinois Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 4,296 students in 60645, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60645, IL are Decatur Classical Elementary School, Armstrong G Elementary Intl Studies and Rogers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60645 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60645, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60645, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur Classical Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
7030 N Sacramento Ave
Chicago, IL 60645
(773) 534-2201
Gr: K-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Armstrong G Elementary Intl Studies
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2110 W Greenleaf Ave
Chicago, IL 60645
(773) 534-2150
Gr: PK-8 | 1,304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7345 N Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60645
(773) 534-2125
Gr: PK-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
West Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6700 N Whipple St
Chicago, IL 60645
(773) 534-8250
Gr: PK-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Mosaic School Of Fine Arts
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6710 N Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60645
(773) 534-2160
Gr: PK-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Acero Chtr Sor Juana Ines De La
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7416 N Ridge Blvd
Chicago, IL 60645
(312) 455-5440
Gr: K-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60645, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60645, IL include Decatur Classical Elementary School, Armstrong G Elementary Intl Studies and Rogers Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60645?
6 public middle schools are located in 60645.
What is the racial composition of students in 60645?
60645 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

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