Top 3 Best 62561 Illinois Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,249 students in 62561, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 27 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 62561, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 62561, IL are Riverton High School, Riverton Middle School and Riverton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62561 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62561, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62561, IL Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverton High School
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Po Box 560
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6003
Grades: 9-12
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Riverton Middle School
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Po Box 530
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6002
Grades: 5-8
| 371 students
Rank: #33.
Riverton Elementary School
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Po Box 470
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6001
Grades: PK-4
| 506 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 62561, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62561, IL include Riverton High School, Riverton Middle School and Riverton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62561?
3 public schools are located in 62561.
What percentage of students in 62561 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 62561 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62561?
62561 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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