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Best 60544 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,777 students in 60544, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60544, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Walkers Grove Elementary School and Richard Ira Jones Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60544 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60544, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60544, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
14740 Meadow Ln
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 577-4500
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Walkers Grove Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
24810 W 135th St
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 439-2885
Gr: K-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Richard Ira Jones Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15320 W Wallin Dr
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 267-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Wallin Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
15410 S Wallin Dr
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 577-5700
Gr: K-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
23723 Getson Dr
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-9278
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13909 S Budler Rd
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 577-4700
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Indian Trail Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14723 S Eastern Ave
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 436-6128
Gr: 6-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Lakewood Falls Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
14050 S Budler Rd
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 439-4560
Gr: K-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #99.
Plainfield Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
23930 W Lockport St
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 439-5521
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60544, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60544, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Walkers Grove Elementary School and Richard Ira Jones Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60544?
9 public elementary schools are located in 60544.
What is the racial composition of students in 60544?
60544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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