For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,206 students in 60653, IL.
The top ranked public charter schools in 60653, IL are Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue and Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» charter schools in zipcode 60653 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in 60653, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best 60653, IL ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1119 E 46th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 536-2399
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
707 E 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-5301
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #33.
Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3663 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 358-6800
Gr: 6-12 | 405 students Minority enrollment: 99%
60653, Illinois ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
4071 S Lake Park Av
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1510
249 East 37th St
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1260
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
244 East Pershing Rd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1603
Gr: 10 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
4351 South Drexel Blvd
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 535-1300
Gr: 4-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
4444 S Evans Ave
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 624-0700
Gr: 8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 60653, IL?
The top ranked public charter schools in 60653, IL include Univ Of Chicago Chtr-nth Kenwood, Univ Of Chicago Chtr-donoghue and Perspectives Chtr - Iit Campus.
How many public charter schools are located in 60653?
3 public charter schools are located in 60653.
What is the racial composition of students in 60653?
60653 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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