For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 250 students in 61756, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 61756, IL is Maroa-forsyth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61756 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61756, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61756, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maroa-forsyth Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 S Cedar St
Maroa, IL 61756
(217) 794-5115
Maroa, IL 61756
(217) 794-5115
Gr: 6-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
61756, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 738
Maroa, IL 61756
(217) 794-3882
Maroa, IL 61756
(217) 794-3882
Gr: 4-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61756, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61756, IL include Maroa-forsyth Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61756?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61756.
What is the racial composition of students in 61756?
61756 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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