For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 708 students in 60401, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60401, IL are Beecher Elementary School and Beecher Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60401 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60401, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60401, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beecher Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
629 Penfield St
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2202
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2202
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Beecher Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Church Rd
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-3412
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-3412
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60401, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60401, IL include Beecher Elementary School and Beecher Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60401?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60401.
What is the racial composition of students in 60401?
60401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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