For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,698 students in 60453, IL (there are , serving 1,994 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 60453, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60453, IL are Kolmar Avenue Elementary School, Harnew Elementary School and Sward Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60453 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60453, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60453, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kolmar Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10425 S Kolmar Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1800
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 422-1800
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Harnew Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9101 Meade Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 599-7070
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 599-7070
Grades: PK-5
| 520 students
Rank: #33.
Sward Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9830 S Brandt Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-7820
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-7820
Grades: PK-5
| 517 students
Rank: #44.
J M Hannum Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9800 S Tripp Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-1690
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-1690
Grades: K-5
| 423 students
Rank: #55.
Columbus Manor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9700 Mayfield Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-3481
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-3481
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: #66.
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5345 W 99th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 499-6400
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 499-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 1,087 students
Rank: #77.
J Covington Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9130 S 52nd Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-1530
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-1530
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #88.
Ernest F Kolb Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9620 Normandy Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 598-8090
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 598-8090
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Rank: #99.
Oak Lawn Comm High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Southwest Hwy
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-5200
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-5200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,862 students
Rank: #1010.
Simmons Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6450 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 599-8540
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 599-8540
Grades: 6-8
| 733 students
Rank: #1111.
H L Richards High Sch(Campus)
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10601 Central Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 499-2550
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 499-2550
Grades: 9-12
| 1,695 students
Rank: n/an/a
4300 W 108th Pl
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-3078
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 423-3078
Grades: PK-2
| 221 students
60453, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8901 South 52nd Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 499-7688
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 499-7688
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
P R I D E School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4201 W 93rd St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 598-4530
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 598-4530
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
R I S E - Oak Lawn (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
4625 W 107th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 952-4701
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 952-4701
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60453, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60453, IL include Kolmar Avenue Elementary School, Harnew Elementary School and Sward Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60453?
12 public schools are located in 60453.
What percentage of students in 60453 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 60453 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60453?
60453 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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