For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,031 students in 60152, IL (there are , serving 363 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 60152, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60152, IL are Riley Comm Cons School, Marengo High School and Locust Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60152 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60152, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60152, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riley Comm Cons School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9406 Riley Rd
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8637
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8637
Grades: K-8
| 261 students
Rank: #22.
Marengo High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Franks Rd
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-6511
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-6511
Grades: 9-12
| 689 students
Rank: #33.
Locust Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
539 Locust St
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-7632
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-7632
Grades: PK-3
| 538 students
Rank: #44.
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
816 E Grant Hwy
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8323
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8323
Grades: 4-5
| 225 students
Rank: #55.
Marengo Comm Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
816 E Grant Hwy
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-5720
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-5720
Grades: 6-8
| 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60152, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60152, IL include Riley Comm Cons School, Marengo High School and Locust Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60152?
5 public schools are located in 60152.
What percentage of students in 60152 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 60152 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60152?
60152 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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