For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 843 students in 60659, IL.
The top-ranked public charter school in 60659, IL is Cics - Northtown Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 60659 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60659, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60659, IL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cics - Northtown Campus
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3900 W Peterson Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 478-3655
Chicago, IL 60659
(773) 478-3655
Gr: 9-12 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 60659, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 60659, IL include Cics - Northtown Campus.
How many public charter schools are located in 60659?
1 public charter schools are located in 60659.
What is the racial composition of students in 60659?
60659 public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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