For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 786 students in 61738, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61738, IL are Jefferson Park School, Centennial School and El Paso-gridley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61738 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61738, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 61738, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Park School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 W 3rd St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4405
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4405
Grades: PK-2
| 261 students
Rank: #22.
Centennial School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 W 5th St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4435
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4435
Grades: 3-4
| 170 students
Rank: #33.
El Paso-gridley High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 N Elm St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4415
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4415
Grades: 9-12
| 355 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61738, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61738, IL include Jefferson Park School, Centennial School and El Paso-gridley High School.
How many public schools are located in 61738?
3 public schools are located in 61738.
What is the racial composition of students in 61738?
61738 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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