Best 61284 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 412 students in 61284, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61284, IL are Taylor Ridge Elementary School and Rockridge Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61284 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61284, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61284, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Taylor Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13227 Turkey Hollow Rd
Taylor Ridge, IL 61284
(309) 793-8070
Grades: K-2
| 179 students
Rank: #22.
Rockridge Jr High School
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
14110 134th Ave W
Taylor Ridge, IL 61284
(309) 793-8040
Grades: 6-8
| 233 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61284, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61284, IL include Taylor Ridge Elementary School and Rockridge Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61284?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61284.
What is the racial composition of students in 61284?
61284 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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