For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 4,230 students in 60652, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 60652, IL are Durkin Park Elementary School, Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy and Stevenson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60652 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60652, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60652, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durkin Park Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8445 S Kolin Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2322
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2322
Gr: PK-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8247 S Christiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9330
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9330
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8010 S Kostner Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2280
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2280
Gr: PK-8 | 1,169 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Dawes Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3810 W 81st Pl
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2350
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-2350
Gr: PK-8 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Carroll Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2929 W 83rd St
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9414
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-9414
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Ashburn Community Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8300 S Saint Louis Ave
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-7860
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-7860
Gr: PK-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #77.
Hampton Elementary Fine & Perf Arts School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3434 W 77th St
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-4030
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 535-4030
Gr: PK-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 60652, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60652, IL include Durkin Park Elementary School, Owen Elementary Scholastic Academy and Stevenson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60652?
7 public preschools are located in 60652.
What is the racial composition of students in 60652?
60652 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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