For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,063 students in 60401, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 89 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 60401, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60401, IL are Beecher Elementary School, Beecher High School and Beecher Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60401 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60401, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60401, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beecher Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
629 Penfield St
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2202
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2202
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Beecher High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
538 Miller St
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2266
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-2266
Gr: 9-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Beecher Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 E Church Rd
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-3412
Beecher, IL 60401
(708) 946-3412
Gr: 6-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60401, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60401, IL include Beecher Elementary School, Beecher High School and Beecher Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 60401?
3 public schools are located in 60401.
What percentage of students in 60401 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 60401 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60401?
60401 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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