For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,111 students in 61607, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61607, IL are Monroe Elementary School, Limestone Walters Elementary School and Hollis Consolidated Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61607 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61607, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61607, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monroe Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5137 W Cisna Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3120
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3120
Grades: PK-8
| 292 students
Rank: #22.
Limestone Walters Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8223 W Smithville Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
Grades: PK-8
| 186 students
Rank: #33.
Hollis Consolidated Grade School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5613 W Tuscarora Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-1325
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-1325
Grades: K-8
| 148 students
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6018 W Lancaster Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Grades: PK-8
| 280 students
Rank: #55.
Bartonville Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6000 S Adams St
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3253
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3253
Grades: PK-8
| 205 students
61607, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6018 W Lancaster Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Grades: 5-8
| 148 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61607, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61607, IL include Monroe Elementary School, Limestone Walters Elementary School and Hollis Consolidated Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61607?
5 public elementary schools are located in 61607.
What is the racial composition of students in 61607?
61607 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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