For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,894 students in 60630, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60630, IL are Beaubien Elementary School, Farnsworth Elementary School and Palmer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60630 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60630, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60630, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beaubien Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5025 N Laramie Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3500
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 1,004 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Farnsworth Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5414 N Linder Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3535
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3535
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Palmer Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5051 N Kenneth Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3704
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3704
Gr: PK-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Prussing Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4650 N Menard Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3460
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 534-3460
Gr: K-8 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60630, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60630, IL include Beaubien Elementary School, Farnsworth Elementary School and Palmer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60630?
4 public elementary schools are located in 60630.
What is the racial composition of students in 60630?
60630 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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