For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,973 students in 60605, IL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,588 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 60605, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 60605, IL is Jones College Prep High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 60605 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60605, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jones College Prep High School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
700 S State St
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 534-8600
Chicago, IL 60605
(773) 534-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,973 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
60605, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ace Technical Charter High School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
1455 S Mich Ste 218
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 880-0261
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 880-0261
Urban Prep Chrtr Sch For Yng Men (Closed)
Charter School
425 S Wabash Ave, Roosevelt Un
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 276-0259
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 276-0259
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60605, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60605, IL include Jones College Prep High School.
How many public schools are located in 60605?
1 public schools are located in 60605.
What percentage of students in 60605 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 60605 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60605?
60605 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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