For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 505 students in 60112, IL.
The top ranked public school in 60112, IL is Cortland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 60112 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60112, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60112, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cortland Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
370 E Lexington Ave
Cortland, IL 60112
(815) 754-2360
Cortland, IL 60112
(815) 754-2360
Gr: K-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60112, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60112, IL include Cortland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60112?
1 public schools are located in 60112.
What is the racial composition of students in 60112?
60112 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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