For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,207 students in 60656, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60656, IL are Beard Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60656 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60656, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6445 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Gr: PK-3 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Oriole Park Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Gr: PK-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Dirksen Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8601 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Gr: PK-8 | 1,263 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60656, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60656, IL include Beard Elementary School, Oriole Park Elementary School and Dirksen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60656?
3 public preschools are located in 60656.
What is the racial composition of students in 60656?
60656 public preschools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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