For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 6,374 students in 60637, IL (there are , serving 3,084 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 60637, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60637, IL are Carnegie Elementary School, Cics - Washington Pk Campus and Ray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60637 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60637, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60637, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnegie Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1414 E 61st Pl
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0530
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0530
Gr: K-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Cics - Washington Pk Campus
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
110 E 61st St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 347-0200
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 347-0200
Gr: K-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
Rank: #33.
Ray Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5631 S Kimbark Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0970
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0970
Gr: PK-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6657 S Kimbark Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0801
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0801
Gr: PK-6 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1415 E 70th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-8340
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-8340
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #66.
Bret Harte Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1556 E 56th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0870
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0870
Gr: PK-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Brownell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6741 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3030
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3030
Gr: PK-6 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Carter Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5740 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0860
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0860
Gr: PK-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #99.
Yccs-progressive Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6620 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 363-3837
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 363-3837
Gr: 9-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 136:1
Rank: #1010.
Park Manor Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7037 S Rhodes Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3070
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-3070
Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Fiske Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6020 S Langley Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0990
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0990
Gr: PK-8 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Hyde Park Academy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6220 S Stony Island Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0880
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0880
Gr: 9-12 | 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6543 S Champlain Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0570
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0570
Gr: PK-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-woodlawn
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 S University Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 752-8101
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 752-8101
Gr: 6-12 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #14 - 1514. - 15.
Wadsworth Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6650 S Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0730
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0730
Gr: PK-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1616.
Dulles Elementary School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6311 S Calumet Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0690
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0690
Gr: PK-8 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
60637, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6650 South Ellis Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0750
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0750
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
1415 East 70th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0540
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0540
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
6059 South Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0650
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0650
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
6020 South Langley Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0640
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0640
Gr: PK-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Tesla Alternative High School For Preg Girls (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6657 S Kimbark Av
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0780
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 535-0780
Univ Of Chicago Charter Schools (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1313 E 60th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 834-5997
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 834-5997
Gr: K-12 | 1,817 student Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60637, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60637, IL include Carnegie Elementary School, Cics - Washington Pk Campus and Ray Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60637?
16 public schools are located in 60637.
What percentage of students in 60637 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 60637 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60637?
60637 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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