Best 61501 Illinois Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 277 students in 61501, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61501, IL are Astoria Elementary School, Astoria Junior High School and Astoria High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61501 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61501, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61501, IL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Astoria Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
402 N Jefferson St
Astoria, IL 61501
(309) 329-2158
Gr: PK-5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Astoria Junior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
402 N Jefferson St
Astoria, IL 61501
(309) 329-2158
Gr: 6-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Astoria High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
402 N Jefferson St
Astoria, IL 61501
(309) 329-2156
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 61501, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61501, IL include Astoria Elementary School, Astoria Junior High School and Astoria High School.
How many public schools are located in 61501?
3 public schools are located in 61501.
What is the racial composition of students in 61501?
61501 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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