For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public middle schools serving 9,186 students in 60629, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60629, IL are Azuela Elementary School, Carson Elementary School and Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60629, IL Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Azuela Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4707 W Marquette Rd
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Grades: K-8
| 699 students
Rank: #22.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5516 S Maplewood Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Grades: PK-8
| 747 students
Rank: #33.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6448 S Tripp Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Grades: K-8
| 578 students
Rank: #44.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3849 W 69th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Grades: PK-8
| 711 students
Rank: #55.
Richardson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6018 S Karlov Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Grades: 5-8
| 842 students
Rank: #66.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6550 S Richmond St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Grades: PK-8
| 1,034 students
Rank: #77.
Tarkington Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3330 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Grades: PK-8
| 861 students
Rank: #88.
Mckay Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6901 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Grades: PK-8
| 625 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Grades: K-12
| 1,102 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Eberhart Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 W 65th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Grades: PK-8
| 1,016 students
Rank: #1111.
Fairfield Elementary Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Grades: PK-8
| 467 students
Rank: #1212.
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6011 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Grades: PK-8
| 504 students
60629, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4120 W 57th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Grades: PK-7
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60629, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60629, IL include Azuela Elementary School, Carson Elementary School and Lee Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60629?
12 public middle schools are located in 60629.
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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