For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 326 students in 61542, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61542, IL is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61542 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61542, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61542, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15501 E Avenue L
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2231
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2231
Gr: PK-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
61542, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
New Horizons (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
315 S Illinois St
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-7323
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-7323
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61542, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61542, IL include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61542?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61542.
What is the racial composition of students in 61542?
61542 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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