For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,421 students in 60653, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 60653, IL are Robinson Elementary School, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood and Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60653, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4225 S Lake Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1777
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1777
Gr: PK-3 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
707 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Wells Preparatory Elementary Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
249 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1204
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Woodson South Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4414 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1280
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #66.
Fuller Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4214 S Saint Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1687
Gr: PK-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #77.
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1996
Gr: PK-8 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #88.
Mollison Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4415 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1804
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
60653, Illinois 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
249 East 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
244 East Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Gr: 10 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
4351 South Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Gr: 4-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
4444 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Gr: 8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 60653, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60653, IL include Robinson Elementary School, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood and Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue.
How many public preschools are located in 60653?
8 public preschools are located in 60653.
What is the racial composition of students in 60653?
60653 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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