For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,805 students in 60419, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 26 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 60419, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60419, IL are Peace Center, Roosevelt Junior High School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60419 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60419, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60419, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peace Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
306 E 144th St
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 985-3598
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 985-3598
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Junior High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
111 W 146th St
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2071
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2071
Gr: 7-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14701 Chicago Rd
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2083
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2083
Gr: K-6 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Diekman Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15121 Dorchester Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-3838
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-3838
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
111 W 146th St
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2070
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2070
Gr: K-6 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Junior High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14151 Lincoln Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2075
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2075
Gr: 7-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14151 Lincoln Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2075
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 201-2075
Gr: K-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Berger-vandenberg Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14833 Avalon Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-3606
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-3606
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #99.
Thornridge High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15000 Cottage Grove Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 271-4401
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 271-4401
Gr: 9-12 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Academy For Learning
Special Education School
306 E 144th St
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-1063
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-1063
Rank: n/an/a
333 E 142nd St
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 849-9848
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 849-9848
Gr: PK | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60419, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60419, IL include Peace Center, Roosevelt Junior High School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60419?
11 public schools are located in 60419.
What percentage of students in 60419 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 60419 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60419?
60419 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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