Best 60109 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,671 students in 60109, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60109, IL are Central Middle School, Central High School and Howard B Thomas Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60109 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60109, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60109, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
44w303 Plato Rd
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6000
Gr: 8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
44w625 Plato Rd
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6030
Gr: 9-12 | 1,575 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Howard B Thomas Grade School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
44w575 Plato Rd
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6008
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Alop
Alternative School
44w625 Plato Rd # R
Burlington, IL 60109
(847) 464-6000
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60109, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60109, IL include Central Middle School, Central High School and Howard B Thomas Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 60109?
4 public schools are located in 60109.
What is the racial composition of students in 60109?
60109 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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