For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 334 students in 61843, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61843, IL is Fisher Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61843 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61843, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61843, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fisher Grade School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
801 S 5th St
Fisher, IL 61843
(217) 897-1133
Fisher, IL 61843
(217) 897-1133
Gr: K-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61843, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61843, IL include Fisher Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61843?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61843.
What is the racial composition of students in 61843?
61843 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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