For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 851 students in 60417, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60417, IL are Crete Elementary School and Balmoral Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60417 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60417, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60417, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crete Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
435 North St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Balmoral Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1124 W New Monee Rd
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
60417, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
760 W Exchange St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Gr: 5-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60417, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60417, IL include Crete Elementary School and Balmoral Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60417?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60417.
What is the racial composition of students in 60417?
60417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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