For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,186 students in 61705, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 423 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 61705, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61705, IL are Benjamin Elementary School, Pepper Ridge Elementary School and Fox Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61705 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61705, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61705, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6006 Ireland Grove Rd
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4410
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4410
Gr: K-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Pepper Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2602 Danbury Dr
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4423
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4423
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Fox Creek Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3910 Timberwolf Trl
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4416
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4416
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61705, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61705, IL include Benjamin Elementary School, Pepper Ridge Elementary School and Fox Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61705?
3 public schools are located in 61705.
What percentage of students in 61705 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 61705 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61705?
61705 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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