Best 61422 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 416 students in 61422, IL.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61422 have an average reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary schools of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61422, IL Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bushnell-prairie City Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
345 E Hess St
Bushnell, IL 61422
(309) 772-9464
Grades: PK-5
| 291 students
Rank: #22.
Bushnell-prairie City Jr High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
847 Walnut St
Bushnell, IL 61422
(309) 772-3123
Grades: 6-8
| 125 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61422, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61422, IL include Bushnell-prairie City Elementary School and Bushnell-prairie City Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61422, IL?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61422, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 61422, IL?
61422, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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