For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 496 students in 61753, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61753, IL are Lexington Jr High School, Lexington Elementary School and Lexington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61753 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61753, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61753, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lexington Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 E Wall St
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2711
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2711
Grades: 6-8
| 111 students
Rank: #22.
Lexington Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Po Box 167
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2741
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2741
Grades: PK-5
| 233 students
Rank: #33.
Lexington High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 E Wall St
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2711
Lexington, IL 61753
(309) 365-2711
Grades: 9-12
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61753, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61753, IL include Lexington Jr High School, Lexington Elementary School and Lexington High School.
How many public schools are located in 61753, IL?
3 public schools are located in 61753, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 61753, IL?
61753, IL public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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