For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 195 students in 61812, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61812, IL are Armstrong-ellis Elementary School and Armstrong High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61812 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61812, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61812, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Armstrong-ellis Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3571 Gifford Ave
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2115
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2115
Gr: K-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Armstrong High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30474 Smith
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2122
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2122
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61812, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61812, IL include Armstrong-ellis Elementary School and Armstrong High School.
How many public schools are located in 61812?
2 public schools are located in 61812.
What is the racial composition of students in 61812?
61812 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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