For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,350 students in 60305, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60305, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Willard Elementary School and Roosevelt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 60305 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60305, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60305, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
511 Park Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-7340
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-7340
Gr: K-4 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Willard Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1250 Ashland Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-6740
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-6740
Gr: PK-4 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7560 Oak Ave
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-9230
River Forest, IL 60305
(708) 366-9230
Gr: 5-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60305, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60305, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Willard Elementary School and Roosevelt School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60305?
3 public elementary schools are located in 60305.
What is the racial composition of students in 60305?
60305 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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