For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,301 students in 60602, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60602, IL are Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep and Yccs-innovations Of Arts Integr. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60602 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60602, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60602, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 N State St
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 445-4680
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 445-4680
Gr: 9-12 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Yccs-innovations Of Arts Integr
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17 N State St
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 999-9360
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 999-9360
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60602, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60602, IL include Noble St Chtr-muchin College Prep and Yccs-innovations Of Arts Integr.
How many public schools are located in 60602?
2 public schools are located in 60602.
What is the racial composition of students in 60602?
60602 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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