For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 7,343 students in 60174, IL (there are 4 private schools, serving 294 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 60174, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60174, IL are Wild Rose Elementary School, Thompson Middle School and Mades-johnstone Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60174 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60174, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60174, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wild Rose Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
36w730 Red Haw Ln
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3000
Gr: K-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Thompson Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
705 W Main St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,364 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mades-johnstone Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4858
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4858
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northeast Academy East
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 S 7th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Wredling Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 Dunham Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3700
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,289 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Munhall Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 S 13th Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2600
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2600
Gr: K-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
St. Charles Eamiddle And High High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1020 Dunham Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,930 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #88.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 S 12th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2800
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2800
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #99.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35w071 Villa Maria Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3300
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3300
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1010.
New Directions Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Academy
Alternative School
305 S 9th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3387
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-3387
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
1125 S 7th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2200
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2200
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
305 S 9th St, Early Childhood
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
1905 E Tyler Rd
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2400
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Mades-johnstone Rssp
Alternative School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(630) 232-5963
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(630) 232-5963
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Mid-valley Satellite Classes
Special Education School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Rank: n/an/a
Mid-valley Transition Program
Special Education School
1304 Ronzheimer Ave
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-4873
Rank: n/an/a
Northeast Academy North
Alternative School
201 S 7th St
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Saint Charles, IL 60174
(331) 228-2000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60174, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60174, IL include Wild Rose Elementary School, Thompson Middle School and Mades-johnstone Center.
How many public schools are located in 60174?
18 public schools are located in 60174.
What percentage of students in 60174 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 60174 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60174?
60174 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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