For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 191 students in 61489, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61489, IL are Williamsfield Elementary School and Williamsfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61489 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61489, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61489, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williamsfield Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
325 W Kentucky Ave
Williamsfield, IL 61489
(309) 639-2219
Williamsfield, IL 61489
(309) 639-2219
Grades: PK-4
| 121 students
Rank: #22.
Williamsfield Middle School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
325 W Kentucky Ave
Williamsfield, IL 61489
(309) 639-2219
Williamsfield, IL 61489
(309) 639-2219
Grades: 5-8
| 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61489, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61489, IL include Williamsfield Elementary School and Williamsfield Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61489?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61489.
What is the racial composition of students in 61489?
61489 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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