For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 252 students in 61450, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61450, IL are La Harpe Elementary School and La Harpe Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61450 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61450, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61450, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Harpe Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
404 W Main St
La Harpe, IL 61450
(217) 659-7739
La Harpe, IL 61450
(217) 659-7739
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
La Harpe Junior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
404 W Main St
La Harpe, IL 61450
(217) 659-3713
La Harpe, IL 61450
(217) 659-3713
Gr: 6-8 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
61450, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
404 W Main St
La Harpe, IL 61450
(217) 659-3713
La Harpe, IL 61450
(217) 659-3713
Gr: 9-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61450, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61450, IL include La Harpe Elementary School and La Harpe Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61450?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61450.
What is the racial composition of students in 61450?
61450 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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