For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,724 students in 60615, IL (there are 8 private schools, serving 866 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 60615, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60615, IL are Bronzeville Scholastic High School, Kenwood Academy High School and Williams Medical Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60615 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60615, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60615, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bronzeville Scholastic High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4934 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1150
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1150
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #22.
Kenwood Academy High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5015 S Blackstone Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1350
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1350
Gr: 7-12 | 2,268 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Williams Medical Prep High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4934 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1120
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1120
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #44.
Murray Elementary Language Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5335 S Kenwood Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0585
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0585
Gr: K-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Shoesmith Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1330 E 50th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1764
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1764
Gr: K-6 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
834 E 50th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1060
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1060
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Kozminski Elementary Community Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
936 E 54th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0980
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-0980
Gr: PK-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Burke Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5356 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1325
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1325
Gr: PK-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Walter Henri Dyett High School For Arts
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
555 E 51st St
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1825
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 535-1825
Gr: 9-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60615, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60615, IL include Bronzeville Scholastic High School, Kenwood Academy High School and Williams Medical Prep High School.
How many public schools are located in 60615?
9 public schools are located in 60615.
What percentage of students in 60615 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 60615 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60615?
60615 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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