For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 645 students in 61448, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61448, IL are Mable Woolsey Elementary School and Knoxville Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61448 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61448, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61448, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mable Woolsey Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
106 Pleasant Ave
Knoxville, IL 61448
(309) 289-4134
Knoxville, IL 61448
(309) 289-4134
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Knoxville Jr High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 E Mill St
Knoxville, IL 61448
(309) 289-4126
Knoxville, IL 61448
(309) 289-4126
Gr: 5-8 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61448, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61448, IL include Mable Woolsey Elementary School and Knoxville Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61448?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61448.
What is the racial composition of students in 61448?
61448 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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