For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,137 students in 60649, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 60649, IL are Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School, Camelot Safe Academy School and South Shore Intl Col Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 60649 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 60649, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 60649 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Shore Intl Col Prep High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60649, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7530 S South Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-7800
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-7800
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Camelot Safe Academy School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7877 S Coles Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-2487
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 902-2487
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #33.
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1955 E 75th St
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-8351
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-8351
Gr: 9-12 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #44.
Art In Motion Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7415 S East End Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 820-9426
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 820-9426
Gr: 7-12 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
60649, Illinois 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7877 S Coles Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-4773
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-4773
Gr: 9-12
7627 South Constance Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6190
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6190
Gr: 9-12 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
7037 S Stony Island Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-4773
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-4773
Gr: 9-12
7627 S Constance Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6190
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6190
Gr: 11-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
7627 South Constance Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6180
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6180
Gr: 9-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
7627 South Constance Ave
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6180
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6180
Gr: 9-12 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
7529 S Constance Av
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6180
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-6180
7847 S Jeffery Blvd
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-4773
Chicago, IL 60649
(773) 535-4773
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 60649, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 60649, IL include Excel Academy - Woodlawn High School, Camelot Safe Academy School and South Shore Intl Col Prep High School.
How many public high schools are located in 60649?
4 public high schools are located in 60649.
What is the racial composition of students in 60649?
60649 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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