For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,234 students in 61705, IL.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 61705 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61705, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61705, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61705, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61705, IL include Benjamin Elementary School, Pepper Ridge Elementary School and Fox Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61705?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61705.
What is the racial composition of students in 61705?
61705 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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