For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,430 students in 60644, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60644, IL are Clark G R Elementary School, Nash Elementary School and Spencer Technology Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60644 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60644, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60644, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clark G R Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1045 S Monitor Ave
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6225
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6225
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Nash Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4837 W Erie St
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6125
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6125
Gr: PK-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Spencer Technology Academy Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
214 N Lavergne Ave
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6150
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6150
Gr: PK-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Depriest Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
139 S Parkside Ave
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6800
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6800
Gr: PK-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #55.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 N Lorel Ave
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6060
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6060
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Leland Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤1%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
512 S Lavergne Ave
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6340
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6340
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Ellington Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
243 N Parkside Ave
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6361
Chicago, IL 60644
(773) 534-6361
Gr: PK-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60644, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60644, IL include Clark G R Elementary School, Nash Elementary School and Spencer Technology Academy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60644?
7 public preschools are located in 60644.
What is the racial composition of students in 60644?
60644 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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