For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,140 students in 61761, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61761, IL are Grove Elementary School, Prairieland Elementary School and Colene Hoose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61761 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61761, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61761, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grove Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Airport Rd
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4417
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4417
Grades: K-5
| 548 students
Rank: #22.
Prairieland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1300 E Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4424
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4424
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #33.
Colene Hoose Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Grandview Dr
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4414
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4414
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #44.
Chiddix Jr High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 S Walnut St
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4405
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4405
Grades: 6-8
| 618 students
Rank: #55.
Glenn Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
306 Glenn Ave
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4418
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4418
Grades: K-5
| 237 students
Rank: #66.
Parkside Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 N Parkside Rd
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4408
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4408
Grades: 6-8
| 637 students
Rank: #77.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 S Adelaide St
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4421
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4421
Grades: K-5
| 400 students
Rank: #88.
Kingsley Jr High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 Kingsley St
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4407
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4407
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
416 Fairview St
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4415
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4415
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1900 W College Ave
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4422
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4422
Grades: PK-5
| 304 students
Rank: #1111.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Towanda Ave
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4425
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 557-4425
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mcclean Co Detention Center
Alternative School
903 N Main St
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 888-5550
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 888-5550
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61761, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61761, IL include Grove Elementary School, Prairieland Elementary School and Colene Hoose Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61761, IL?
12 public elementary schools are located in 61761, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 61761, IL?
61761, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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