For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,208 students in 60706, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60706, IL are J Giles Elementary School, Union Ridge Elementary School and J Leigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 60706 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60706, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60706, IL ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J Giles Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4251 N Oriole Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 453-4847
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 453-4847
Grades: 5-8
| 504 students
Rank: #22.
Union Ridge Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4600 N Oak Park Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 867-5822
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 867-5822
Grades: PK-8
| 647 students
Rank: #33.
J Leigh Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8151 W Lawrence Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 583-2068
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 583-2068
Grades: PK-4
| 622 students
Rank: #44.
Pennoyer Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 N Cumberland Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 456-9094
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 456-9094
Grades: PK-8
| 435 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60706, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60706, IL include J Giles Elementary School, Union Ridge Elementary School and J Leigh Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60706?
4 public elementary schools are located in 60706.
What is the racial composition of students in 60706?
60706 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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