For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 873 students in 61745, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61745, IL are Heyworth Elementary School and Heyworth 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 61745 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61745, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61745, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heyworth Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 S Joselyn St
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2822
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2822
Gr: PK-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Heyworth Jr-sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 W Cleveland St
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2322
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2322
Gr: 7-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61745, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61745, IL include Heyworth Elementary School and Heyworth Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61745?
2 public schools are located in 61745.
What is the racial composition of students in 61745?
61745 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.