For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 478 students in 61741, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61741, IL are Prairie Central Upper Elementary School and Prairie Central Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61741 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61741, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61741, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Po Box 496
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
Grades: 5-6
| 224 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Central Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 N Wood St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Grades: 7-8
| 254 students
61741, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
450 N Bach
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8461
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8461
Grades: K-4
| 147 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61741, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61741, IL include Prairie Central Upper Elementary School and Prairie Central Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61741, IL?
2 public schools are located in 61741, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 61741, IL?
61741, IL public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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