For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 886 students in 61531, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61531, IL are Farmington Central Jr High School and Farmington Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61531 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61531, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61531, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farmington Central Jr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 N Lightfoot Rd
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-1000
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Farmington Central Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
108 N Lightfoot Rd
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-1000
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
61531, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
322 E Fort St
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-2913
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-2913
Gr: 4-8 | 257 students
362 W Fort St
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-4981
Farmington, IL 61531
(309) 245-4981
Gr: PK-3 | 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61531, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61531, IL include Farmington Central Jr High School and Farmington Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61531?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61531.
What is the racial composition of students in 61531?
61531 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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