For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 767 students in Downs, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Downs, IL are Tri-valley Elementary School and Tri-valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Downs, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Downs have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Downs, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tri-valley Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
409 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-2031
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-2031
Grades: PK-3
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Tri-valley Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
505 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-3414
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-3414
Grades: 4-8
| 457 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Downs, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Downs, IL include Tri-valley Elementary School and Tri-valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Downs?
2 public elementary schools are located in Downs.
What is the racial composition of students in Downs?
Downs public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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