For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 243 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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61740, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flanagan Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
202 E Falcon Hwy
Flanagan, IL 61740
(815) 796-2261
Flanagan, IL 61740
(815) 796-2261
Gr: PK-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
61740, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 367
Flanagan, IL 61740
(815) 796-2291
Flanagan, IL 61740
(815) 796-2291
Gr: 9-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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