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Best 60561 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,790 students in 60561, IL (there are 5 private schools, serving 190 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 60561, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60561, IL are Concord Elementary School, Cass Jr High School and Hinsdale South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60561 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60561, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60561, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Concord Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1019 Concord Pl
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Gr: PK-4 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Cass Jr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8502 Bailey Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Gr: 5-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Hinsdale South High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7401 Clarendon Hills Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,370 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Lace Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7414 S Cass Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 968-2589
Gr: 3-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Eisenhower Jr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1410 75th St
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 964-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Elizabeth Ide Elementary School
2000 Manning Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 783-5200
Gr: PK-2 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
High Schoold 86 Adult Opportunties Program
Alternative School
7302 Clarendon Hills Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4318
Gr: 12
Rank: n/an/a
Ladse-dhh-hinsdale South High School
Special Education School
7401 Clarendon Hills Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 468-4460
Rank: n/an/a
Mark Delay School
6801 Wilmette Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 852-0200
Gr: PK-2 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60561, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60561, IL include Concord Elementary School, Cass Jr High School and Hinsdale South High School.
How many public schools are located in 60561?
9 public schools are located in 60561.
What percentage of students in 60561 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 60561 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60561?
60561 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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