For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,310 students in 60162, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 236 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 60162, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60162, IL are Hillside Elementary School and Proviso West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60162 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60162, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60162, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4804 Harrison St
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-6491
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-6491
Gr: PK-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Proviso West High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4701 Harrison St
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 202-6224
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 202-6224
Gr: 9-12 | 1,870 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60162, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60162, IL include Hillside Elementary School and Proviso West High School.
How many public schools are located in 60162?
2 public schools are located in 60162.
What percentage of students in 60162 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 60162 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60162?
60162 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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