For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 739 students in 61030, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61030, IL are German Valley Grade School, Forreston Grade School and Forreston Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61030 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61030, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61030, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
German Valley Grade School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 E Main St
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 362-2279
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 362-2279
Grades: PK-K
| 80 students
Rank: #22.
Forreston Grade School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 E Main St
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2301
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2301
Grades: 1-5
| 252 students
Rank: #33.
Forreston Jr/sr High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 E Main St
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2175
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2175
Grades: 6-12
| 407 students
61030, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po B0x 665
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2195
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2195
Grades: 6-8
| 243 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61030, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61030, IL include German Valley Grade School, Forreston Grade School and Forreston Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61030?
3 public schools are located in 61030.
What is the racial composition of students in 61030?
61030 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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