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Best 60016 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,856 students in 60016, IL (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,204 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 60016, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60016, IL are Cumberland Elementary School, Terrace Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60016 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60016, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60016, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cumberland Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
700 E Golf Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1451
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
735 S Westgate Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1501
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1526 E Thacker St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1575
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Algonquin Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
767 E Algonquin Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1205
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Chippewa Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
123 N 8th Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1503
Gr: 6-8 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
260 Dulles Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 593-4401
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
North Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1789 Rand Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1399
Gr: K-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #88.
Apollo Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10100 Dee Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-6231
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Center
10000 Dee Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-4165
Gr: PK | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Terrace School-d/hh Ec Program
Special Education School
735 S Westgate Rd, Terrace Sch
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 824-1380

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60016, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60016, IL include Cumberland Elementary School, Terrace Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60016?
10 public schools are located in 60016.
What percentage of students in 60016 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 60016 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60016?
60016 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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