For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 274 students in 61817, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61817, IL is Salt Fork North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61817 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61817, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61817, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salt Fork North Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
216 N Webster St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5421
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5421
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
61817, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
216 N Webster St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5421
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5421
Gr: PK-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
701 W Vermilion St
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5331
Catlin, IL 61817
(217) 427-5331
Gr: 9-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61817, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61817, IL include Salt Fork North Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61817?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61817.
What is the racial composition of students in 61817?
61817 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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