For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 14,440 students in 60629, IL (there are , serving 1,543 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 60629, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60629, IL are Pasteur Elementary School, Excel Academy - Southwest High School and Monarcas Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60629, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pasteur Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5825 S Kostner Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2270
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2270
Gr: PK-4 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Excel Academy - Southwest High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7050 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 424-0721
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 424-0721
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Monarcas Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5815 S Homan Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9280
Gr: PK-5 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Ace Amandla Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6820 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Azuela Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4707 W Marquette Rd
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Gr: K-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5516 S Maplewood Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6448 S Tripp Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Gr: K-8 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #88.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3849 W 69th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Gr: PK-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Sandoval Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5534 S Saint Louis Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-0457
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-0457
Gr: PK-5 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Richardson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6018 S Karlov Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Gr: 5-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Peck Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3826 W 58th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2450
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2450
Gr: PK-4 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6550 S Richmond St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Gr: PK-8 | 1,034 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Tarkington Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3330 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Mckay Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6901 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #15 - 1615. - 16.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Gr: K-12 | 1,102 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #15 - 1615. - 16.
Eberhart Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 W 65th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Gr: PK-8 | 1,016 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1717.
Hubbard High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 S Hamlin Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2200
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,792 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1818.
Fairfield Elementary Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #1919.
Gage Park High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5630 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9230
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9230
Gr: 9-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2020.
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6011 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Gr: PK-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
60629, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4120 W 57th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Gr: PK-7 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60629, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60629, IL include Pasteur Elementary School, Excel Academy - Southwest High School and Monarcas Academy.
How many public schools are located in 60629?
20 public schools are located in 60629.
What percentage of students in 60629 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 60629 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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