- Lloyd Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 844 students
- Monarcas Academy — Grades PK–5 · 797 students
- Peck Elem School — Grades PK–4 · 777 students
- Sandoval Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 736 students
- Pasteur Elem School — Grades PK–4 · 620 students
- Schubert Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 568 students
- New Field Elem School — Grades PK–4 · 541 students
- McCormick Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 502 students
- Univ of Chicago Chtr-Donoghue — Grades PK–5 · 499 students
- Shields Elem School — Grades PK–4 · 439 students
- Vick Early Childhood & Family Ctr — Grades PK–PK · 417 students
- Ortiz De Dominguez Elem School — Grades PK–2 · 404 students
- CICS - Loomis Primary Campus — Grades K–2 · 333 students
- Beard Elem School — Grades PK–3 · 327 students
- Greene N Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 325 students
- Univ of Chicago Chtr-Nth Kenwood — Grades PK–5 · 304 students
- Stock Early Childhood Center — Grades PK–PK · 194 students
- Blair Early Childhood Center — Grades PK–1 · 164 students
- LEARN Chtr - 7th Campus — Grades K–5 · 144 students
- Thomas Early Childhood Center — Grades PK–PK · 123 students
- Robinson Elem School — Grades PK–3 · 117 students
- McDowell Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 112 students
- Everett Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 89 students
- Richardson Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 844 students
- Hernandez Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 720 students
- Northwest Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 532 students
- Shields Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 330 students
- Albany Park Multicultural Elem — Grades 7–8 · 243 students
- Madero Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 231 students
- Evergreen Academy Elem School — Grades 6–8 · 191 students
- LEARN Chtr - Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 176 students
- Field Elem School — Grades 5–8 · 151 students
- ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus — Grades 6–8 · 83 students
- Curie Metropolitan High School — Grades 9–12 · 3,099 students
- Lincoln Park High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,214 students
- Jones College Prep High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,954 students
- Mather High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,777 students
- Thomas Kelly College Preparatory — Grades 9–12 · 1,762 students
- Hubbard High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,710 students
- Von Steuben Metro Science HS — Grades 9–12 · 1,698 students
- Kennedy High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,647 students
- Juarez Community Academy HS — Grades 9–12 · 1,585 students
- Senn High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,571 students
- Washington G High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,520 students
- Amundsen High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,507 students
- Lake View High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,431 students
- Solorio Academy High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,287 students
- Payton College Preparatory HS — Grades 9–12 · 1,260 students
- Schurz High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,244 students
- Steinmetz College Prep HS — Grades 9–12 · 1,230 students
- Westinghouse High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,230 students
- Prosser Career Academy HS — Grades 9–12 · 1,185 students
- Roosevelt High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,144 students
- Noble St Chtr-ITW Speer Acad — Grades 9–12 · 1,135 students
- Noble St Chtr - Mansueto — Grades 9–12 · 1,106 students
- Simeon Career Academy High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,095 students
- Northside College Preparatory Hs — Grades 9–12 · 1,061 students
- North-Grand High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,061 students
- + 120 more high schools
- Lane Technical High School — Grades 7–12 · 4,604 students
- Taft High School — Grades 7–12 · 4,487 students
- Kenwood Academy High School — Grades 7–12 · 2,268 students
- Young Magnet High School — Grades 7–12 · 2,223 students
- Disney Elem Magnet School — Grades PK–8 · 1,384 students
- Morgan Park High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,349 students
- Lindblom Math & Science Acad HS — Grades 7–12 · 1,316 students
- Armstrong G Elem IntL Studies — Grades PK–8 · 1,304 students
- Dirksen Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,263 students
- Edwards Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,209 students
- Stevenson Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,206 students
- Healy Elem School — Grades K–8 · 1,194 students
- Mount Greenwood Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,182 students
- Skinner Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,139 students
- CICS - Longwood Campus — Grades 3–12 · 1,137 students
- Hanson Park Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,125 students
- Beasley Elem Magnet Academic Ctr — Grades PK–8 · 1,119 students
- Peirce Elem Intl Studies School — Grades PK–8 · 1,116 students
- Catalyst Charter - Maria ES — Grades K–12 · 1,107 students
- Bridge Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,100 students
- Locke J Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,089 students
- Haugan Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,065 students
- Clinton Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,050 students
- Marquette Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,030 students
- Eberhart Elem School — Grades PK–8 · 1,011 students
- + 441 more other schools
| Metric | Chicago Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 321,666 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 644 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 3/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Public Schools (this district) | 3/10 | 27th | 321,666 |
| Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62 | 8/10 | 72nd | 4,261 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → 27th percentile → 3/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Chicago Public Schools
Families in zip code 60602 (Chicago, Illinois) are assigned to Chicago Public Schools for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Chicago Public Schools spent $18,216 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 7% above Illinois’s statewide $17,000 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 644 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Chicago Public Schools qualifies as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 321,666 students in total. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 3/10 Rating
With a rating of 3/10 (below average), Chicago Public Schools ranks among Illinois’s below-average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Illinois’ IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Chicago Public Schools carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Illinois benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60602
Children in zip code 60602 are assigned to Chicago Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60602, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Chicago Public Schools at (773)553-2747 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Chicago
For families considering a purchase in the Chicago area, district assignment matters financially. Because Chicago Public Schools serves zip code 60602, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 60602. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Chicago Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60602.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Chicago Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60602 data.