For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 767 students in 61736, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61736, IL are Tri-valley Elementary School and Tri-valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61736 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61736, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61736, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri-valley Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
409 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-2031
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-2031
Gr: PK-3 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Tri-valley Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
505 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-3414
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-3414
Gr: 4-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61736, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61736, IL include Tri-valley Elementary School and Tri-valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61736?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61736.
What is the racial composition of students in 61736?
61736 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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