For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 632 students in 61231, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61231, IL are Mercer County Jr High School and Apollo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61231 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61231, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61231, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mercer County Jr High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 Sw 6th St
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 584-4174
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 584-4174
Gr: 6-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Apollo Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Sw 9th St
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-5350
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-5350
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61231, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61231, IL include Mercer County Jr High School and Apollo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61231?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61231.
What is the racial composition of students in 61231?
61231 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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