For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 893 students in 60957, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60957, IL are Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School and Clara Peterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 60957 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 60957, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60957, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Po Box 50
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-9202
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-9202
Grades: 6-8
| 269 students
Rank: #22.
Clara Peterson Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Po Box 50
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-2531
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-2531
Grades: PK-5
| 624 students
60957, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 50
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 386-2712
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 386-2712
Grades: 4-5
| 225 students
West Lawn School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
425 E Orleans
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-2411
Paxton, IL 60957
(217) 379-2411
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 60957, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 60957, IL include Paxton-buckley-loda Jr High School and Clara Peterson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 60957?
2 public elementary schools are located in 60957.
What is the racial composition of students in 60957?
60957 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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