For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,831 students in 60656, IL (there are , serving 708 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 60656, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60656, IL are Beard Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60656 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60656, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6445 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Gr: PK-3 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Oriole Park Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Gr: PK-8 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Dirksen Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8601 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Gr: PK-8 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Garvy J Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1185
Gr: K-8 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60656, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60656, IL include Beard Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60656?
4 public schools are located in 60656.
What percentage of students in 60656 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 60656 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60656?
60656 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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