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Best 60404 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,747 students in 60404, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 804 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 60404, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60404, IL are Troy Hofer Elementary School, Walnut Trails Elementary School and Troy Shorewood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60404 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60404, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60404, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Troy Hofer Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
910 Vertin Blvd
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Gr: PK-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Trails Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
301 Wynstone Dr
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 290-7400
Gr: K-4 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Troy Shorewood School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
210 School Rd
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Gr: K-4 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Troy Cronin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
210 E Black Rd
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Gr: PK-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60404, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60404, IL include Troy Hofer Elementary School, Walnut Trails Elementary School and Troy Shorewood School.
How many public schools are located in 60404?
4 public schools are located in 60404.
What percentage of students in 60404 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 60404 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60404?
60404 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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