Best 61914 Illinois Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 332 students in 61914, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61914, IL are Okaw Valley Elementary School and Okaw Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61914 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61914, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 61914, IL Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Okaw Valley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
319 N Washington St
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3541
Gr: PK-4 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Okaw Valley High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
709 S St John
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3631
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 61914, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61914, IL include Okaw Valley Elementary School and Okaw Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 61914?
2 public schools are located in 61914.
What is the racial composition of students in 61914?
61914 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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