For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 725 students in 61310, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 61310, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61310, IL are Amboy Central Elementary School, Amboy High School and Amboy Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61310 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61310, 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61310, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Amboy Central Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 E Provost St
Amboy, IL 61310
(815) 857-3619
Amboy, IL 61310
(815) 857-3619
Grades: PK-4
| 282 students
Rank: #22.
Amboy High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11 E Hawley St
Amboy, IL 61310
(815) 857-3632
Amboy, IL 61310
(815) 857-3632
Grades: 9-12
| 236 students
Rank: #33.
Amboy Jr High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
240 N Metcalf Ave
Amboy, IL 61310
(815) 857-3528
Amboy, IL 61310
(815) 857-3528
Grades: 5-8
| 207 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61310, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61310, IL include Amboy Central Elementary School, Amboy High School and Amboy Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61310?
3 public schools are located in 61310.
What percentage of students in 61310 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 61310 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61310?
61310 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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