For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 286 students in 60421, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 60421, IL is Elwood C C School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60421 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60421, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60421, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elwood C C School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
409 N Chicago St
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 423-5588
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 423-5588
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Sowic-comm & Adaptv Bhrv-elwood
Special Education School
409 N Chicago Ave
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Rank: n/an/a
Sowic-early Childhood Channahon
Special Education School
409 N Chicago Ave
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Elwood, IL 60421
(815) 741-7777
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60421, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60421, IL include Elwood C C School.
How many public schools are located in 60421?
3 public schools are located in 60421.
What is the racial composition of students in 60421?
60421 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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