For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,087 students in 60187, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60187, IL are Longfellow Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and Hawthorne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60187 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60187, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60187, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
311 W Seminary Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2080
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2080
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
119 S Woodlawn St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2055
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2055
Gr: K-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
334 Wakeman Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2065
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2065
Gr: K-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
312 S President St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2085
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2085
Gr: K-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Carl Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1345 Jewell Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2105
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2105
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
211 E Franklin St
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2060
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2060
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
911 Bridle Ln
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2222
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2222
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Monroe Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1855 Manchester Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2285
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 682-2285
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60187, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60187, IL include Longfellow Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and Hawthorne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60187?
8 public elementary schools are located in 60187.
What is the racial composition of students in 60187?
60187 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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