For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 408 students in 61822, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 368 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 61822, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 61822, IL is Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61822 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61822, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61822, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2201 Hallbeck Dr
Champaign, IL 61822
(217) 373-5580
Champaign, IL 61822
(217) 373-5580
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61822, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61822, IL include Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61822?
1 public schools are located in 61822.
What percentage of students in 61822 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 61822 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61822?
61822 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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