For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,708 students in 60177, IL (there are , serving 170 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 60177, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60177, IL are Corron Elementary School, South Elgin High School and Fox Meadow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60177 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60177, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60177, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corron Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
455 Thornwood Way
South Elgin, IL 60177
(331) 228-6900
South Elgin, IL 60177
(331) 228-6900
Gr: K-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
South Elgin High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
760 E Main St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-3760
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-3760
Gr: 9-12 | 2,770 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Fox Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1275 Jenna Dr
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7182
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7182
Gr: PK-6 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Kenyon Woods Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 Raymond St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-6685
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 289-6685
Gr: 7-8 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
770 Mill St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7045
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-7045
Gr: K-6 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Willard Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
370 W Spring St
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-5275
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 888-5275
Gr: PK-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60177, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60177, IL include Corron Elementary School, South Elgin High School and Fox Meadow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60177?
6 public schools are located in 60177.
What percentage of students in 60177 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 60177 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60177?
60177 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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