For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,062 students in 60087, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60087, IL are H R Mccall Elementary School, Little Fort Elementary School and John S Clark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60087 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60087, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60087, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
H R Mccall Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1760
Grades: K-5
| 378 students
Rank: #22.
Little Fort Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1775 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-3700
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
John S Clark Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Blanchard Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1570
Grades: K-5
| 240 students
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1919 North Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #55.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2230 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860
Grades: PK-5
| 466 students
Rank: #66.
Clearview Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Delaware Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #77.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10271 W Beach Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 599-5362
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #88.
Jack Benny Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Montesano Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Grades: 6-8
| 506 students
60087, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Abdssc Sch-3rd Floor High School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
742 Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Grades: 6-12
| 27 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60087, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60087, IL include H R Mccall Elementary School, Little Fort Elementary School and John S Clark Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60087?
8 public elementary schools are located in 60087.
What is the racial composition of students in 60087?
60087 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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