For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,912 students in 60653, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60653, IL are Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy, Woodson South Elementary School and Fuller Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60653, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
249 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Woodson South Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4414 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Fuller Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4214 S Saint Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Gr: PK-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Gr: PK-8 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Mollison Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4415 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3663 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Gr: 6-12 | 405 students Minority enrollment: 99%
60653, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
249 East 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
244 East Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Gr: 10 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
4351 South Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Gr: 4-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
4444 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Gr: 8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60653, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60653, IL include Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy, Woodson South Elementary School and Fuller Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60653?
6 public middle schools are located in 60653.
What is the racial composition of students in 60653?
60653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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