For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,589 students in 60714, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60714, IL are Clarence E Culver School, Emerson Middle School and Mark Twain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60714 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60714, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60714, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarence E Culver School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 63% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6901 W Oakton St
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-3407
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 470-3407
Grades: PK-8
| 641 students
Rank: #22.
Emerson Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8101 N Cumberland Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 318-8110
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 318-8110
Grades: 6-8
| 879 students
Rank: #33.
Mark Twain Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9401 N Hamlin Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 296-5341
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 296-5341
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
Rank: #44.
Gemini Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8955 N Greenwood Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 827-1181
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 827-1181
Grades: 6-8
| 1,105 students
Rank: #55.
V H Nelson Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8901 N Ozanam Ave
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 965-0050
Niles, IL 60714
(847) 965-0050
Grades: K-5
| 476 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60714, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60714, IL include Clarence E Culver School, Emerson Middle School and Mark Twain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60714?
5 public elementary schools are located in 60714.
What is the racial composition of students in 60714?
60714 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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