For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 463 students in 60120, IL.
The top ranked public charter school in 60120, IL is Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 60120 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60120, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60120, IL Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr
Charter School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 Dundee Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 883-5013
Elgin, IL 60120
(630) 883-5013
Grades: K-8
| 463 students
60120, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Dream Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
46 S Gifford St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5000
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5000
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
420 May St
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5192
Elgin, IL 60120
(847) 888-5192
Grades: PK-6
| 321 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 60120, IL?
The top ranked public charter schools in 60120, IL include Elgin Math And Science Academy Chtr.
How many public charter schools are located in 60120?
1 public charter schools are located in 60120.
What is the racial composition of students in 60120?
60120 public charter schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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