For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,437 students in 60451, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60451, IL are Arnold J Tyler School, Nelson Ridge School and Spencer Crossing. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60451 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60451, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60451, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arnold J Tyler School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
511 E Illinois Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2398
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2398
Gr: 1-3 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Nelson Ridge School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2470 Nelson Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2870
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2870
Gr: 4-6 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Spencer Crossing
(Math: 50% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1711 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7997
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7997
Gr: 4-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Cherry Hill Elementary And Ec Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Kingston Dr
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7831
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Nelson Prairie School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2366 Nelson Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2874
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-2874
Gr: 1-3 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Bentley Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
513 E Illinois Hwy
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-4451
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-4451
Gr: 4-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Spencer Pointe
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1721 Spencer Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7988
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 462-7988
Gr: 1-3 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #88.
Oster-oakview School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
809 N Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2125
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2125
Gr: 4-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #99.
Haines Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
155 Haines Ave
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2115
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-2115
Gr: 1-3 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
60451, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Martin P Mckay Education Center (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
516 S Cedar Rd
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 463-8068
New Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 463-8068
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60451, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60451, IL include Arnold J Tyler School, Nelson Ridge School and Spencer Crossing.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60451?
9 public elementary schools are located in 60451.
What is the racial composition of students in 60451?
60451 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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