For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 997 students in 61010, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61010, IL are Mary Morgan Elementary School and Byron Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61010 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61010, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61010, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Morgan Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
420 N Colfax St
Byron, IL 61010
(815) 234-5491
Byron, IL 61010
(815) 234-5491
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Byron Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
325 N Colfax St
Byron, IL 61010
(815) 234-5491
Byron, IL 61010
(815) 234-5491
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61010, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61010, IL include Mary Morgan Elementary School and Byron Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61010?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61010.
What is the racial composition of students in 61010?
61010 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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