For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,981 students in 60615, IL (there are , serving 623 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 60615, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60615, IL are Bronzeville Scholastic High School, Kenwood Academy High School and Williams Medical Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60615 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60615, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60615, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bronzeville Scholastic High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4934 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1150
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1150
Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kenwood Academy High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5015 S Blackstone Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1350
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1350
Gr: 7-12 | 2,337 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Williams Medical Prep High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4934 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1120
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1120
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Rank: #44.
Murray Elementary Language Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5335 S Kenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0585
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0585
Gr: K-8 | 458 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Shoesmith Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1330 E 50th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1764
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1764
Gr: K-6 | 335 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
834 E 50th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1060
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1060
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Rank: #77.
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
936 E 54th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0980
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0980
Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Bronzeville Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4930 S Cottage Grove Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 285-8040
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 285-8040
Gr: K-8 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 66:1
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Burke Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5356 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1325
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1325
Gr: PK-8 | 265 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Walter Henri Dyett High School For Arts
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
555 E 51st St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1825
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1825
Gr: 9-12 | 535 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
60615, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4959 S Blackstone Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1410
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1410
Gr: 8 | 96 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
4934 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1100
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1100
Gr: 10-12 | 86 students Minority enrollment: 98%
221 East 49th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1430
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1430
Gr: PK-8 | 417 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60615, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60615, IL include Bronzeville Scholastic High School, Kenwood Academy High School and Williams Medical Prep High School.
How many public schools are located in 60615?
10 public schools are located in 60615.
What percentage of students in 60615 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 60615 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60615?
60615 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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