For the 2026 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 14,945 students in 60629, IL (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,561 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 60629, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60629, IL are Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz, Pasteur Elementary School and Excel Academy - Southwest High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60629, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4034 W 56th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Gr: PK-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Pasteur Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5825 S Kostner Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2270
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2270
Gr: PK-4 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Excel Academy - Southwest High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7050 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 424-0721
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 424-0721
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #44.
Monarcas Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5815 S Homan Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9280
Gr: PK-5 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Ace Amandla Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6820 S Washtenaw Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7150
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #66.
Azuela Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4707 W Marquette Rd
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Gr: K-8 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5516 S Maplewood Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Gr: PK-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6448 S Tripp Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Gr: K-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3849 W 69th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Gr: PK-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Sandoval Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5534 S Saint Louis Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-0457
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-0457
Gr: PK-5 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Richardson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6018 S Karlov Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Gr: 5-8 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Peck Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3826 W 58th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2450
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2450
Gr: PK-4 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6550 S Richmond St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Gr: PK-8 | 1,030 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1414.
Tarkington Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3330 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1515.
Mckay Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6901 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Gr: PK-8 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Gr: K-12 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Eberhart Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 W 65th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Gr: PK-8 | 1,011 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1818.
Hubbard High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6200 S Hamlin Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2200
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,710 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1919.
Fairfield Elementary Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #2020.
Gage Park High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5630 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9230
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9230
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2121.
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6011 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Gr: PK-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60629, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60629, IL include Sor Juana Ines De La Cruz, Pasteur Elementary School and Excel Academy - Southwest High School.
How many public schools are located in 60629?
21 public schools are located in 60629.
What percentage of students in 60629 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 60629 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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