For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 451 students in 61874, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 132 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 61874, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 61874, IL is Carrie Busey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61874 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61874, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61874, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carrie Busey Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
304 Prairie Rose Ln
Savoy, IL 61874
(217) 351-3811
Savoy, IL 61874
(217) 351-3811
Grades: K-5
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61874, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61874, IL include Carrie Busey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61874?
1 public schools are located in 61874.
What percentage of students in 61874 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 61874 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61874?
61874 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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