For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 517 students in 61085, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61085, IL are Stockton Elementary School, Stockton Middle School and Stockton Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61085 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61085, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61085, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stockton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
236 N Pearl St
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3702
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3702
Grades: PK-5
| 223 students
Rank: #22.
Stockton Middle School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 N Rush St
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3323
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3323
Grades: 6-8
| 123 students
Rank: #33.
Stockton Sr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
540 N Rush St
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3323
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3323
Grades: 9-12
| 171 students
61085, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rap High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
500 North Rush St
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 858-2203
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 858-2203
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
500 N Rush St
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3702
Stockton, IL 61085
(815) 947-3702
Grades: 3-8
| 233 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61085, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61085, IL include Stockton Elementary School, Stockton Middle School and Stockton Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61085?
3 public schools are located in 61085.
What is the racial composition of students in 61085?
61085 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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