For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,292 students in 60617, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60617, IL are Noble St Chtr-baker Campus, Yccs-sullivan House Alt High School and Bowen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60617 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60617, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60617 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Washington G High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60617, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Noble St Chtr-baker Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2710 E 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6460
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6460
Gr: 9-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #22.
Yccs-sullivan House Alt High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8164 S South Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 978-8680
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 978-8680
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
Rank: #33.
Bowen High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2710 E 89th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7650
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7650
Gr: 9-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Washington G High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3535 E 114th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-5725
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-5725
Gr: 9-12 | 1,520 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2100 E 87th St
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6100
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Epic Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8255 S Houston Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7930
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 535-7930
Gr: 9-12 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60617, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60617, IL include Noble St Chtr-baker Campus, Yccs-sullivan House Alt High School and Bowen High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60617?
6 public high schools are located in 60617.
What is the racial composition of students in 60617?
60617 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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