For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,872 students in 60452, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60452, IL are Kerkstra Elementary School, Lee R Foster Elementary School and Walter F Fierke Educational Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60452 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60452, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60452, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kerkstra Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14950 Laramie Ave
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-2860
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-2860
Gr: 1-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Lee R Foster Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5931 School St
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-4763
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-4763
Gr: 1-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Walter F Fierke Educational Center
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6535 Victoria Dr
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 614-4520
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 614-4520
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Fieldcrest Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Wagman St
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 210-2872
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 210-2872
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Scarlet Oak Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5731 Albert Dr
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-5822
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-5822
Gr: 3-4 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Arbor Park Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17303 Central Ave
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-5330
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-5330
Gr: 5-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Jack Hille Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5800 151st St
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-5550
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
17303 Central Ave
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 560-0092
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 560-0092
Gr: 1-2 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60452, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60452, IL include Kerkstra Elementary School, Lee R Foster Elementary School and Walter F Fierke Educational Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60452?
8 public elementary schools are located in 60452.
What is the racial composition of students in 60452?
60452 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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