For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,510 students in 61820, IL (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,319 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 61820, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61820, IL are Bottenfield Elementary School, Central High School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61820 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61820, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61820, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bottenfield Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1801 S Prospect Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3807
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3807
Grades: K-5
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
610 W University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3914
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3914
Grades: 9-12
| 1,555 students
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
606 E Grove St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3901
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3901
Grades: K-5
| 335 students
Rank: #44.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
715 S New St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3890
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3890
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
Rank: #55.
Edison Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
306 W Green St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3771
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3771
Grades: 6-8
| 737 students
Rank: #66.
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
817 N Harris Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3819
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3819
Grades: 6-8
| 698 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Novak Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-4328
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-4328
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
R E A D Y Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45 E University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Grades: 6-12
| 0 students
Rank: #99.
Stratton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
902 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 373-7330
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 373-7330
Grades: K-5
| 450 students
Rank: n/an/a
Actions Program
Alternative School
402 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3701
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3701
Grades: K-12
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
809 N Neil St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3881
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3881
Grades: PK
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
Re-start Program
Alternative School
45 E University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 893-3219
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 893-3219
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
61820, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Education For Employment Sys 330 High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
3 Henson Place
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-1382
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-1382
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
R E A D Y Middle School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
512 W Church Street
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61820, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61820, IL include Bottenfield Elementary School, Central High School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61820, IL?
12 public schools are located in 61820, IL.
What percentage of students in 61820, IL go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 61820, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61820, IL?
61820, IL public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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