For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,933 students in 60640, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60640, IL are Goudy Technology Academy, Mcpherson Elementary School and Mccutcheon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60640 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60640, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60640, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goudy Technology Academy
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5120 N Winthrop Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2480
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2480
Gr: PK-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Mcpherson Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4728 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2625
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2625
Gr: PK-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Mccutcheon Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4865 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2680
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2680
Gr: PK-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Courtenay Elementary Language Arts Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4420 N Beacon St
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-5790
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-5790
Gr: PK-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
60640, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
900 W Wilson Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2610
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2610
Gr: 8 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 97%
4525 North Kenmore Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2640
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2640
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
4420 North Beacon St
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2450
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2450
Gr: PK-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
5200 North Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2430
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 534-2430
Gr: PK-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60640, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60640, IL include Goudy Technology Academy, Mcpherson Elementary School and Mccutcheon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60640?
4 public preschools are located in 60640.
What is the racial composition of students in 60640?
60640 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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