For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,635 students in 60642, IL (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,066 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 60642, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60642, IL are Ogden Int High School, Noble St Chtr-noble Campus and Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60642 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60642, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60642, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ogden Int High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1250 W Erie St
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 534-0866
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 534-0866
Gr: 9-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Noble St Chtr-noble Campus
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1010 N Noble St
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 862-1449
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 862-1449
Gr: 9-12 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1337 W Ohio St
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 226-5345
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 226-5345
Gr: 9-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Otis Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 N Armour St
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 534-7665
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 534-7665
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Noble St Chtr-golder College Prep
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1454 W Superior St
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 265-9925
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 265-9925
Gr: 9-12 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Rowe Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1424 N Cleaver St
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 799-2730
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 799-2730
Gr: K-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Lozano Elementary Bilingual & Intl Center
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1501 N Greenview Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 534-4750
Chicago, IL 60642
(773) 534-4750
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60642, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60642, IL include Ogden Int High School, Noble St Chtr-noble Campus and Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep.
How many public schools are located in 60642?
7 public schools are located in 60642.
What percentage of students in 60642 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 60642 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60642?
60642 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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