For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,318 students in 60471, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 60471, IL are Southland College Prep Chtr High School, Rich Township Star Academy and Neil Armstrong Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60471 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60471, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60471, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland College Prep Chtr High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4601 Sauk Trl
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 748-0100
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 748-0100
Gr: 9-12 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Rich Township Star Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Sauk Trl
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 679-3000
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 679-3000
Gr: 10-12
Rank: #33.
Neil Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5030 Imperial Dr
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 481-7424
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 481-7424
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Sauk Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4435 S Churchill Dr
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 747-2660
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 747-2660
Gr: 4-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
22700 Richton Square Rd
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 283-2706
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 283-2706
Gr: PK | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
60471, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5000 Sauk Trl
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 679-3000
Richton Park, IL 60471
(708) 679-3000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60471, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60471, IL include Southland College Prep Chtr High School, Rich Township Star Academy and Neil Armstrong Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60471?
5 public schools are located in 60471.
What is the racial composition of students in 60471?
60471 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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