For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 625 students in 61277, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61277, IL are Prophetstown Elementary School, Plt Middle School and Prophetstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61277 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61277, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61277, IL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prophetstown Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 W 3rd St
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-2345
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-2345
Grades: PK-3
| 243 students
Rank: #22.
Plt Middle School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
38 Ferry St
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-5084
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-5084
Grades: 6-8
| 168 students
Rank: #33.
Prophetstown High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 W Riverside Dr
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-5161
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-5161
Grades: 9-12
| 214 students
Rank: n/an/a
Bi-county Sp Ed-ecse Prophetstown
Special Education School
301 W 3rd St
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-2345
Prophetstown, IL 61277
(815) 537-2345
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61277, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61277, IL include Prophetstown Elementary School, Plt Middle School and Prophetstown High School.
How many public schools are located in 61277?
4 public schools are located in 61277.
What is the racial composition of students in 61277?
61277 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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