Best 61427 Illinois Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 268 students in 61427, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61427, IL are Cuba Elementary School and Cuba Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61427 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61427, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61427, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cuba Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
652 East Main
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-8054
Gr: PK-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Cuba Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
20325 N State Route 97
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-7122
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61427, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61427, IL include Cuba Elementary School and Cuba Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61427?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61427.
What is the racial composition of students in 61427?
61427 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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