For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 740 students in 60420, IL (there are , serving 79 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 60420, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 60420, IL are Dwight Common School and Dwight High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60420 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60420, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60420, IL 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dwight Common School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Columbia St
Dwight, IL 60420
(815) 584-6221
Dwight, IL 60420
(815) 584-6221
Gr: PK-8 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Dwight High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 S Franklin St
Dwight, IL 60420
(815) 584-6201
Dwight, IL 60420
(815) 584-6201
Gr: 9-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
60420, Illinois 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dwight Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
23813 East 3200 North Rd
Dwight, IL 60420
(815) 584-2806
Dwight, IL 60420
(815) 584-2806
Gr: 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60420, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60420, IL include Dwight Common School and Dwight High School.
How many public schools are located in 60420?
2 public schools are located in 60420.
What percentage of students in 60420 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 60420 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60420?
60420 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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