Best Cambridge Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 461 students in Cambridge, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cambridge, IL are Cambridge Comm Grade School and Cambridge Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cambridge, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cambridge have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Cambridge, IL (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Comm Grade School
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
312 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2028
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Jr/sr High School
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Grades: 6-12
| 227 students
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Cambridge, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Grades: 7-8
| 74 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Cambridge, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cambridge, IL include Cambridge Comm Grade School and Cambridge Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cambridge?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cambridge.
What is the racial composition of students in Cambridge?
Cambridge public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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