For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 172 students in Alpha, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Alpha, IL is Alwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alpha, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alpha have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Alpha, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
101 E A St
Alpha, IL 61413
(309) 629-5011
Alpha, IL 61413
(309) 629-5011
Gr: PK-5 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Alpha, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alpha, IL include Alwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alpha?
1 public elementary schools are located in Alpha.
What is the racial composition of students in Alpha?
Alpha public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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