For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 168 students in Bradford, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bradford, IL are Bradford Jr High School and Bradford Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bradford, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bradford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bradford, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradford Jr High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
115 High St
Bradford, IL 61421
(309) 897-2801
Bradford, IL 61421
(309) 897-2801
Gr: 6-8 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Bradford Grade School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
345 Silver St
Bradford, IL 61421
(309) 897-4441
Bradford, IL 61421
(309) 897-4441
Gr: PK-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bradford, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bradford, IL include Bradford Jr High School and Bradford Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bradford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Bradford.
What is the racial composition of students in Bradford?
Bradford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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