For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 459 students in 61238, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61238, IL are Cambridge Comm Grade School and Cambridge Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61238 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61238, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61238, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Comm Grade School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
312 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2028
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2028
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Gr: 6-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
61238, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Gr: 7-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61238, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61238, IL include Cambridge Comm Grade School and Cambridge Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61238?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61238.
What is the racial composition of students in 61238?
61238 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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