For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 273 students in 61728, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61728, IL are Ridgeview High School and Ridgeview Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61728 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61728, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61728, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgeview High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 E Wood St
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-2951
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-2951
Gr: 9-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Ridgeview Jr High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
202 E Wood St
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-2951
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-2951
Gr: 6-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
61728, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
202 E Wood
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-2951
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-2951
Gr: 9-12 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
300 S Harrison St
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-6531
Colfax, IL 61728
(309) 723-6531
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61728, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61728, IL include Ridgeview High School and Ridgeview Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61728?
2 public schools are located in 61728.
What is the racial composition of students in 61728?
61728 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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