For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 10,828 students in 60634, IL (there are , serving 1,818 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 60634, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60634, IL are Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy, Canty Elementary School and Chicago Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60634 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60634, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60634, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6024 W Warwick Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3640
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3640
Grades: K-8
| 823 students
Rank: #22.
Canty Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3740 N Panama Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Grades: PK-8
| 820 students
Rank: #33.
Chicago Academy Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 N Austin Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Grades: PK-8
| 555 students
Rank: #44.
Smyser Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4310 N Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Grades: PK-8
| 765 students
Rank: #55.
Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 N New England Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Grades: PK-8
| 1,112 students
Rank: #66.
Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2941 N Mcvicker Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Grades: PK-8
| 980 students
Rank: #77.
Chicago Academy High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3400 N Austin Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-0146
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-0146
Grades: 9-12
| 563 students
Rank: #88.
Dever Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3436 N Osceola Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Grades: PK-8
| 747 students
Rank: #99.
Reinberg Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3425 N Major Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Grades: PK-8
| 772 students
Rank: #1010.
Rickover Naval Academy High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5700 W Berteau Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2890
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2890
Grades: 9-12
| 508 students
Rank: #1111.
Locke J Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2828 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Grades: PK-8
| 1,131 students
Rank: #1212.
Camras Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N Mango Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Grades: PK-8
| 719 students
Rank: #1313.
Steinmetz College Prep High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3030 N Mobile Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3030
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3030
Grades: 9-12
| 1,333 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60634, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60634, IL include Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy, Canty Elementary School and Chicago Academy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60634?
13 public schools are located in 60634.
What percentage of students in 60634 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 60634 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60634?
60634 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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