For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,464 students in 60201, IL (there are , serving 1,041 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 60201, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60201, IL are Orrington Elementary School, Dewey Elementary School and Lincolnwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60201 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60201, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60201, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Orrington Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2636 Orrington Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8781
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8781
Grades: K-5
| 244 students
Rank: #22.
Dewey Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1551 Wesley Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8141
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8141
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #33.
Lincolnwood Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2600 Colfax St
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8881
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8881
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
Evanston Twp High School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Dodge Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 424-7200
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 424-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 3,586 students
Rank: #55.
Kingsley Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2300 Green Bay Rd
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8401
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8401
Grades: K-5
| 343 students
Rank: #66.
Willard Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Hurd Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 905-3601
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 905-3601
Grades: K-5
| 373 students
Rank: #77.
Dr Ml King Jr Literary&fine Arts
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2424 Lake St
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8500
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8500
Grades: K-8
| 367 students
Rank: #88.
Haven Middle School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2417 Prairie Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8200
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 686 students
Rank: n/an/a
1500 Mcdaniel Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8301
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 859-8301
Grades: PK
| 220 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60201, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60201, IL include Orrington Elementary School, Dewey Elementary School and Lincolnwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60201?
9 public schools are located in 60201.
What percentage of students in 60201 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 60201 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60201?
60201 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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