For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,234 students in 60202, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60202, IL are Rice Childrens Center, Nichols Middle School and Chute Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60202 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60202, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60202, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rice Childrens Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1101 Washington St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-2450
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-2450
Gr: 1-8
Rank: #22.
Nichols Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Greenleaf St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8661
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8661
Gr: 6-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Chute Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Oakton St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8601
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8601
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60202, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60202, IL include Rice Childrens Center, Nichols Middle School and Chute Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60202?
3 public middle schools are located in 60202.
What is the racial composition of students in 60202?
60202 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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