Best 60516 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,428 students in 60516, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60516, IL are Fairmount Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Kingsley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60516 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60516, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60516, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6036 Blodgett Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5830
Gr: PK-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1435 Jefferson Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5840
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #1 - 31. - 3.
Kingsley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6509 Powell St
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5850
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Prairieview Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
699 Plainfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 783-5100
Gr: 3-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Lakeview Jr High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
701 Plainfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 783-5102
Gr: 6-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
El Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6835 Fairmount Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5825
Gr: PK-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6235 Stonewall Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 719-5845
Gr: PK-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60516, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60516, IL include Fairmount Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School and Kingsley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60516?
7 public elementary schools are located in 60516.
What is the racial composition of students in 60516?
60516 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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