For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,656 students in 60202, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 204 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 60202, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60202, IL are Park School, Rice Childrens Center and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60202 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60202, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60202, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Park School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
828 Main St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8590
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8590
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Rice Childrens Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1101 Washington St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-2450
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-2450
Gr: 1-8
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
910 Forest Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3501
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3501
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Nichols Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Greenleaf St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8661
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8661
Gr: 6-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
914 Ashland Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-4901
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-4901
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Dawes Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
440 Dodge Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3401
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 905-3401
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Chute Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Oakton St
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8601
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8601
Gr: 6-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Oakton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
436 Ridge Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8801
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 859-8801
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Eths Day School
Alternative School
1233 Hartrey Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-7009
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 424-7009
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60202, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60202, IL include Park School, Rice Childrens Center and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60202?
9 public schools are located in 60202.
What percentage of students in 60202 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 60202 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60202?
60202 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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