For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,253 students in 61821, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61821, IL are Kenwood Elementary School, Dr Howard Elementary School and Robeson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61821 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61821, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61821, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kenwood Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Stratford Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3815
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3815
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #22.
Dr Howard Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N. James
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3866
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3866
Grades: K-5
| 395 students
Rank: #33.
Robeson Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2501 Southmoor Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3884
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3884
Grades: K-5
| 458 students
Rank: #44.
International Prep Academy
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1605 W Kirby Ave
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Grades: K-8
| 568 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1115 Crescent Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3790
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3790
Grades: 6-8
| 738 students
Rank: #66.
Westview Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
703 S Russell St
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3905
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3905
Grades: K-5
| 438 students
Rank: #77.
Garden Hills Elementary School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Garden Hills Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61821, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61821, IL include Kenwood Elementary School, Dr Howard Elementary School and Robeson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61821?
7 public elementary schools are located in 61821.
What is the racial composition of students in 61821?
61821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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