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Best 60189 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,769 students in 60189, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 86 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 60189, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60189, IL are Whittier Elementary School, Madison Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60189 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60189, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60189, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
218 W Park Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2185
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1620 Mayo Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2095
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
630 Dawes Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2075
Gr: K-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Edison Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1125 S Wheaton Ave
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2050
Gr: 6-8 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Wiesbrook Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2160 Durfee Rd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 682-2190
Gr: K-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Wheaton Warrenville South High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1920 S Wiesbrook Rd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 784-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,864 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Briar Glen Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1800 Briarcliffe Blvd
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 545-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60189, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60189, IL include Whittier Elementary School, Madison Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60189?
7 public schools are located in 60189.
What percentage of students in 60189 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 60189 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60189?
60189 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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