For the 2025-26 school year, there are 12 public middle schools serving 9,186 students in 60629, IL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 60629, IL are Azuela Elementary School, Carson Elementary School and Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 60629 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60629, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60629, IL ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Azuela Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4707 W Marquette Rd
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-7395
Gr: K-8 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5516 S Maplewood Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9222
Gr: PK-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Lee Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6448 S Tripp Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2255
Gr: K-8 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3849 W 69th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-2068
Gr: PK-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Richardson Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6018 S Karlov Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8640
Gr: 5-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6550 S Richmond St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9260
Gr: PK-8 | 1,034 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Tarkington Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3330 W 71st St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Mckay Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6901 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9340
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6727 S California Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 993-1770
Gr: K-12 | 1,102 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Eberhart Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 W 65th Pl
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9190
Gr: PK-8 | 1,016 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Fairfield Elementary Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6201 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #1212.
Morrill Elementary Math & Sci School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6011 S Rockwell St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-9288
Gr: PK-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
60629, Illinois ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4120 W 57th St
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 535-8280
Gr: PK-7 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 60629, IL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 60629, IL include Azuela Elementary School, Carson Elementary School and Lee Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60629?
12 public middle schools are located in 60629.
What is the racial composition of students in 60629?
60629 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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