For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 622 students in 61529, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61529, IL are Elmwood Junior High School, Elmwood Elementary School and Elmwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61529 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61529, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61529, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elmwood Junior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 W Butternut St
Elmwood, IL 61529
(309) 742-2851
Elmwood, IL 61529
(309) 742-2851
Gr: 7-8 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 N Morgan St
Elmwood, IL 61529
(309) 742-4261
Elmwood, IL 61529
(309) 742-4261
Gr: PK-6 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Elmwood High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 W Butternut St
Elmwood, IL 61529
(309) 742-2851
Elmwood, IL 61529
(309) 742-2851
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61529, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61529, IL include Elmwood Junior High School, Elmwood Elementary School and Elmwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 61529?
3 public schools are located in 61529.
What is the racial composition of students in 61529?
61529 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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