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Best 60423 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,298 students in 60423, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 165 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 60423, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60423, IL are Hickory Creek Middle School, Chelsea Elementary School and Indian Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60423 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60423, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60423, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Creek Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
22150 S Owens Rd
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-4474
Gr: 6-8 | 943 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Chelsea Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
22265 S 80th Ave
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-2309
Gr: 3-5 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
20912 S Frankfort Square Rd
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-6993
Gr: 1-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln-way East High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
201 Colorado Ave
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 464-4130
Gr: 9-12 | 2,696 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Summit Hill Junior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7260 W North Ave
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-4330
Gr: 7-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Dr Julian Rogus School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
20027 S 88th Ave
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 464-2034
Gr: K-4 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Peotone Intermediate Center
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9526 W Manhattan Monee Rd
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-5744
Gr: 4-5 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #88.
Pioneer Grove Educational Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
601 Willow St
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 806-4685
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Prairie Elementary School
10480 Nebraska St
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-3366
Gr: PK-2 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Lwase-self-k-8
Special Education School
601 Willow St
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 806-4600
Rank: n/an/a
Mary Drew Early Learning Center
20130 S Rosewood Dr
Frankfort, IL 60423
(815) 469-3176
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60423, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60423, IL include Hickory Creek Middle School, Chelsea Elementary School and Indian Trail Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60423?
11 public schools are located in 60423.
What percentage of students in 60423 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 60423 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60423?
60423 public schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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