For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,688 students in 60538, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 81 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 60538, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60538, IL are Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School, Lakewood Creek Elementary School and Boulder Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60538 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60538, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60538, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2901 Foxmoor Dr
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 897-1961
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 897-1961
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Creek Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 Lakewood Crk
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 636-3200
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 636-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Boulder Hill Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
163 Boulder Hill Pass
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 636-2900
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 636-2900
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Long Beach Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
67 Longbeach Rd
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 636-3300
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 636-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Nicholson Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
649 N Main St
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 301-5013
Montgomery, IL 60538
(630) 301-5013
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60538, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60538, IL include Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School, Lakewood Creek Elementary School and Boulder Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 60538?
5 public schools are located in 60538.
What percentage of students in 60538 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 60538 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60538?
60538 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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