For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 7,601 students in 60634, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60634, IL are Canty Elementary School, Chicago Academy Elementary School and Smyser Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60634 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60634, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60634, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canty Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3740 N Panama Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Gr: PK-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Chicago Academy Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 N Austin Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Gr: PK-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Smyser Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4310 N Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Gr: PK-8 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 N New England Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Gr: PK-8 | 1,112 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2941 N Mcvicker Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Gr: PK-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Dever Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3436 N Osceola Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Reinberg Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3425 N Major Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Gr: PK-8 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Locke J Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2828 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,131 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Camras Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N Mango Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Gr: PK-8 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60634, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60634, IL include Canty Elementary School, Chicago Academy Elementary School and Smyser Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60634?
9 public preschools are located in 60634.
What is the racial composition of students in 60634?
60634 public preschools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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