For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 538 students in 60040, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 60040, IL is Oak Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 60040 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60040, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60040, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
240 Prairie Ave
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60040, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60040, IL include Oak Terrace Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60040?
1 public schools are located in 60040.
What is the racial composition of students in 60040?
60040 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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