Top 3 Best 61036 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 867 students in 61036, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 119 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 61036, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61036, IL are Galena Middle School, Galena High School and Galena Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61036 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61036, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61036, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Galena Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1230 Franklin St
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2413
Grades: 5-8
| 304 students
Rank: #22.
Galena High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1206 Franklin St
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-0917
Grades: 9-12
| 260 students
Rank: #33.
Galena Primary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
219 Kelly Ln
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2200
Grades: PK-4
| 303 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 61036, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61036, IL include Galena Middle School, Galena High School and Galena Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 61036, IL?
3 public schools are located in 61036, IL.
What percentage of students in 61036, IL go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 61036, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61036, IL?
61036, IL public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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