For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 538 students in 60040, IL.
The top ranked public school in 60040, IL is Oak Terrace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 60040 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60040, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60040, IL 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
240 Prairie Ave
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Highwood, IL 60040
(224) 765-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60040, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60040, IL include Oak Terrace Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60040?
1 public schools are located in 60040.
What is the racial composition of students in 60040?
60040 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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