For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,570 students in 60649, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60649, IL are Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy, Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy and Parkside Elementary Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60649 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60649, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60649, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7355 S Jeffery Blvd
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0501
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0501
Gr: PK-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7511 S South Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6650
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6650
Gr: PK-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Parkside Elementary Community Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6938 S East End Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0940
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0940
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Bradwell Comm Arts & Sci Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7736 S Burnham Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6600
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6600
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Okeeffe Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6940 S Merrill Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0600
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-0600
Gr: PK-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60649, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60649, IL include Bouchet Elementary Math & Science Academy, Powell Elementary Paideia Comm Academy and Parkside Elementary Community Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 60649?
5 public preschools are located in 60649.
What is the racial composition of students in 60649?
60649 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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