For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,397 students in 61853, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61853, IL are Mahomet-seymour Jr High School and Lincoln Trail Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61853 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61853, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61853, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mahomet-seymour Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 W State St
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-4415
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-4415
Grades: 6-8
| 790 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Trail Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 E State St
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-2811
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-2811
Grades: 3-5
| 789 students
Rank: n/an/a
1301 S Bulldog Dr
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-5833
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-5833
Grades: PK-2
| 818 students
61853, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 198
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-4583
Mahomet, IL 61853
(217) 586-4583
Grades: 1-2
| 453 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61853, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61853, IL include Mahomet-seymour Jr High School and Lincoln Trail Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61853?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61853.
What is the racial composition of students in 61853?
61853 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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