For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,751 students in 60659, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60659, IL are Solomon Elementary School, Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy and Jamieson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60659 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60659, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60659, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Solomon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6206 N Hamlin Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5226
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-5226
Gr: PK-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6239 N Leavitt St
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2045
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2045
Gr: K-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Jamieson Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5650 N Mozart St
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2395
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2395
Gr: PK-8 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6110 N Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2025
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 534-2025
Gr: PK-8 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60659, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60659, IL include Solomon Elementary School, Stone Elementary Scholastic Academy and Jamieson Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60659?
4 public middle schools are located in 60659.
What is the racial composition of students in 60659?
60659 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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