For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 786 students in 61738, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61738, IL are Jefferson Park School, Centennial School and El Paso-gridley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61738 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61738, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61738, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Park School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 W 3rd St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4405
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4405
Gr: PK-2 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Centennial School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 W 5th St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4435
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4435
Gr: 3-4 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
El Paso-gridley High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 N Elm St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4415
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4415
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61738, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61738, IL include Jefferson Park School, Centennial School and El Paso-gridley High School.
How many public schools are located in 61738?
3 public schools are located in 61738.
What is the racial composition of students in 61738?
61738 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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