Best 60478 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,113 students in 60478, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 110 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 60478, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60478, IL are Zenon J Sykuta School, Nob Hill Elementary School and Meadowview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60478 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60478, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60478, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zenon J Sykuta School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4301 180th St
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
(708) 957-6210
Gr: PK-2 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Nob Hill Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3701 168th St
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
(708) 335-9770
Gr: PK-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Meadowview School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4701 179th St
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
(708) 957-6220
Gr: 3-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #44.
Southwood Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
18635 Lee St
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
(708) 957-6230
Gr: 6-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Hillcrest High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
17401 Pulaski Rd
Country Club Hills, IL 60478
(708) 799-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,100 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 60478, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60478, IL include Zenon J Sykuta School, Nob Hill Elementary School and Meadowview School.
How many public schools are located in 60478?
5 public schools are located in 60478.
What percentage of students in 60478 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 60478 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60478?
60478 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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