Best 61740 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 197 students in 61740, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61740, IL is Flanagan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61740 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61740, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61740, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flanagan Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
202 E Falcon Hwy
Flanagan, IL 61740
(815) 796-2261
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61740, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61740, IL include Flanagan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61740?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61740.
What is the racial composition of students in 61740?
61740 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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