For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,428 students in 60490, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 41 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 60490, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60490, IL are Wayne Builta Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Pioneer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60490 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60490, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60490, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Builta Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1835 Apple Valley Rd
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(630) 226-4400
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(630) 226-4400
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Essington Rd
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(815) 609-3037
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(815) 609-3037
Gr: K-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1470 Raven Dr
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(630) 771-2420
Bolingbrook, IL 60490
(630) 771-2420
Gr: K-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60490, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60490, IL include Wayne Builta Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Pioneer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60490?
3 public schools are located in 60490.
What percentage of students in 60490 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 60490 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60490?
60490 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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