For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 892 students in 61739, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61739, IL are Prairie Central Elementary School and Prairie Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61739 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61739, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61739, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Central Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S 1st St
Fairbury, IL 61739
(815) 692-2623
Fairbury, IL 61739
(815) 692-2623
Grades: 2-4
| 355 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Central High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
411 N 7th St
Fairbury, IL 61739
(815) 692-2355
Fairbury, IL 61739
(815) 692-2355
Grades: 9-12
| 537 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61739, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61739, IL include Prairie Central Elementary School and Prairie Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 61739, IL?
2 public schools are located in 61739, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 61739, IL?
61739, IL public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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