For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 8,323 students in 60634, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60634, IL are Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy, Canty Elementary School and Chicago Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60634 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60634, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60634, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6024 W Warwick Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3640
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3640
Gr: K-8 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Canty Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3740 N Panama Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-1238
Gr: PK-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Chicago Academy Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3400 N Austin Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3885
Gr: PK-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Smyser Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4310 N Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3711
Gr: PK-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3800 N New England Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3718
Gr: PK-8 | 1,100 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Lyon Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2941 N Mcvicker Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120
Gr: PK-8 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Dever Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3436 N Osceola Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3090
Gr: PK-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #88.
Reinberg Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3425 N Major Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3465
Gr: PK-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Locke J Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2828 N Oak Park Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,089 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1010.
Camras Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N Mango Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-2960
Gr: PK-8 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60634, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60634, IL include Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy, Canty Elementary School and Chicago Academy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60634?
10 public elementary schools are located in 60634.
What is the racial composition of students in 60634?
60634 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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