Top 5 Best 61821 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,729 students in 61821, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,175 private students). 80% 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 Robeson Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School and Centennial High 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 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 31% 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61821, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robeson Elementary School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2501 Southmoor Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3884
Grades: K-5
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Kenwood Elementary School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1001 Stratford Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3815
Grades: K-5
| 343 students
Rank: #33.
Centennial High School
Math: 26% | Reading: 27%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
913 Crescent Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3954
Grades: 9-12
| 1,453 students
Rank: #44.
Dr Howard Elementary School
Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
110 N. James
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3866
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
Math: 9% | Reading: 18%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1115 Crescent Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3790
Grades: 6-8
| 764 students
Rank: #66.
International Prep Academy
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1605 W Kirby Ave
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Grades: K-7
| 510 students
Rank: #77.
Westview Elementary School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
703 S Russell St
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3905
Grades: K-5
| 444 students
Rank: #88.
Garden Hills Elementary School
Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2001 Garden Hills Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: n/an/a
Educ For Employment Sys 330
Vocational School
2400 W Bradley Ave # A113
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 355-1382
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 61821, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61821, IL include Robeson Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School and Centennial High School.
How many public schools are located in 61821, IL?
9 public schools are located in 61821, IL.
What percentage of students in 61821, IL go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 61821, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61821, IL?
61821, IL public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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