For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 866 students in Eureka, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Eureka, IL are Eureka Middle School and Davenport Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eureka, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Eureka have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Eureka, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eureka Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2005 S Main St
Eureka, IL 61530
(309) 467-3771
Eureka, IL 61530
(309) 467-3771
Gr: 5-8 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Davenport Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 S Main St
Eureka, IL 61530
(309) 467-3012
Eureka, IL 61530
(309) 467-3012
Gr: PK-4 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Eureka, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Eureka, IL include Eureka Middle School and Davenport Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Eureka?
2 public elementary schools are located in Eureka.
What is the racial composition of students in Eureka?
Eureka public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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