For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,227 students in 60649, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60649, IL are Excel Academy Of South Shore, Camelot Safe Academy School and South Shore Intl Col Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60649 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60649, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60649 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Shore Intl Col Prep High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60649, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Academy Of South Shore
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7530 S South Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-7800
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-7800
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Camelot Safe Academy School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7877 S Coles Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-2487
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-2487
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #33.
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1955 E 75th St
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-8351
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-8351
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Art In Motion Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7415 S East End Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 820-9426
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 820-9426
Gr: 7-12 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60649, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60649, IL include Excel Academy Of South Shore, Camelot Safe Academy School and South Shore Intl Col Prep High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60649?
4 public high schools are located in 60649.
What is the racial composition of students in 60649?
60649 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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