For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,793 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61821, IL Public Schools (2025)
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 | 370 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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 | 380 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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 | 1,473 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
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 | 650 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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 | 418 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 | 359 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 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: 9-12
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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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