For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,898 students in 60491, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 106 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 60491, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60491, IL are Luther J Schilling School, William E Young School and Homer Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60491 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60491, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60491, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luther J Schilling School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16025 S Cedar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7900
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7900
Gr: 2-4 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
William E Young School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16240 S Cedar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-2010
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-2010
Gr: PK-1 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Homer Jr High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15711 S Bell Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7800
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7800
Gr: 7-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Hadley Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15731 S Bell Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7725
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7725
Gr: 5-6 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Goodings Grove School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12914 W 143rd St
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7650
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7650
Gr: PK-1 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14939 W 143rd St
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 838-8031
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 838-8031
Gr: 2-3 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Oak Prairie Jr High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15161 S Gougar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 836-2724
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(815) 836-2724
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60491, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60491, IL include Luther J Schilling School, William E Young School and Homer Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 60491?
7 public schools are located in 60491.
What percentage of students in 60491 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 60491 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60491?
60491 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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