For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public preschools serving 8,870 students in 60629, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 60629, IL are Pasteur Elementary School, Monarcas Academy and Carson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60629, IL Public Preschools (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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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: #1010.
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: #1111.
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: #1212.
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 preschools in 60629, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60629, IL include Pasteur Elementary School, Monarcas Academy and Carson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60629?
12 public preschools are located in 60629.
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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