For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools in 61028, IL.
Public schools in zipcode 61028 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%).
Best 61028, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwest Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
310 N West St
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 599-1947
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 599-1947
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Jo Daviess Carroll Cte Academy
Vocational School
950 Us Highway 20 W
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 858-2203
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 858-2203
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Rap Elizabeth
Alternative School
950 Us Highway 20 W
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 599-1408
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 599-1408
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
61028, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 N West St
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 858-2219
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 858-2219
Grades: PK-5
| 134 students
Jo Daviess-carrol Area Vocational Center (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
950 Us Hwy 20 West
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 858-2203
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 858-2203
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Northwest Academy Program (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
310 N West St
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 599-1947
Elizabeth, IL 61028
(815) 599-1947
Grades: 8-12
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61028, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61028, IL include Northwest Academy.
How many public schools are located in 61028?
3 public schools are located in 61028.
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