For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 603 students in 60096, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60096, IL are Westfield School and North Prairie Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60096 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60096, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60096, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westfield School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2309 9th St
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5438
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5438
Gr: PK-4 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
North Prairie Jr High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 North Ave
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 731-3089
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 731-3089
Gr: 5-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
60096, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
628 College Ave
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5414
Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096
(847) 872-5414
Gr: K-1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 60096, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 60096, IL include Westfield School and North Prairie Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60096?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60096.
What is the racial composition of students in 60096?
60096 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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