For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 804 students in Crete, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Crete, IL are Crete Elementary School and Balmoral Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Crete, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Crete have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Crete, IL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crete Elementary School
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
435 North St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-8430
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
Balmoral Elementary School
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1124 W New Monee Rd
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2500
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Crete, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
760 W Exchange St
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 367-2700
Grades: 5-6
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Crete, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Crete, IL include Crete Elementary School and Balmoral Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Crete, IL?
2 public elementary schools are located in Crete, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in Crete, IL?
Crete, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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