For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,898 students in 60453, IL.
The top ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 60453 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60453, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60453, IL Public Preschools (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.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: 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 preschools in 60453, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60453, IL include Kolmar Avenue Elementary School, Harnew Elementary School and Sward Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60453?
7 public preschools are located in 60453.
What is the racial composition of students in 60453?
60453 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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