For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,980 students in 61821, IL (there are 5 private schools, serving 788 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 61821, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61821, IL are Kenwood Elementary School, Dr Howard Elementary School and Robeson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61821 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61821, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61821, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Stratford Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3815
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3815
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Dr Howard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N. James
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3866
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3866
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Robeson Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2501 Southmoor Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3884
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3884
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Centennial High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
913 Crescent Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3954
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3954
Gr: 9-12 | 1,476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
International Prep Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1605 W Kirby Ave
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Gr: PK-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1115 Crescent Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3790
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3790
Gr: 6-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
703 S Russell St
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3905
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3905
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Garden Hills Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Garden Hills Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Gr: PK-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Education For Employment Sys 330
Vocational School
2400 W Bradley Ave # A113
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 355-1382
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 355-1382
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61821, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61821, IL include Kenwood Elementary School, Dr Howard Elementary School and Robeson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61821?
9 public schools are located in 61821.
What percentage of students in 61821 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 61821 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61821?
61821 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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