For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 851 students in 60417, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60417, IL are Crete Elementary School and Balmoral Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60417 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60417, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60417, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crete Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
435 North St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Balmoral Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1124 W New Monee Rd
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Gr: K-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
60417, Illinois 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
760 W Exchange St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Gr: 5-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60417, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60417, IL include Crete Elementary School and Balmoral Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60417?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60417.
What is the racial composition of students in 60417?
60417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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