For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 559 students in 61537, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61537, IL are Henry-senachwine Grade School and Henry-senachwine High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61537 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61537, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61537, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Henry-senachwine Grade School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Richard St
Henry, IL 61537
(309) 364-2531
Henry, IL 61537
(309) 364-2531
Grades: PK-8
| 407 students
Rank: #22.
Henry-senachwine High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1023 College St
Henry, IL 61537
(309) 364-2829
Henry, IL 61537
(309) 364-2829
Grades: 9-12
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61537, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61537, IL include Henry-senachwine Grade School and Henry-senachwine High School.
How many public schools are located in 61537?
2 public schools are located in 61537.
What is the racial composition of students in 61537?
61537 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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