For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,864 students in 60051, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60051, IL are Johnsburg Jr High School, Hilltop Elementary School and Johnsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60051 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60051, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60051, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Johnsburg Jr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2220 Church St
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-6210
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-6210
Grades: 6-8
| 373 students
Rank: #22.
Hilltop Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2615 W Lincoln Rd
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1300
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1300
Grades: K-3
| 439 students
Rank: #33.
Johnsburg Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2118 Church St
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-3731
Mchenry, IL 60051
(815) 385-3731
Grades: 3-5
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Mchenry Middle School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2120 W Lincoln Rd
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1600
Mchenry, IL 60051
(779) 244-1600
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60051, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60051, IL include Johnsburg Jr High School, Hilltop Elementary School and Johnsburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60051?
4 public elementary schools are located in 60051.
What is the racial composition of students in 60051?
60051 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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