For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,042 students in 61342, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61342, IL are Northbrook School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61342 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61342, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61342, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northbrook School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1804 Guiles Ave
Mendota, IL 61342
(815) 539-6237
Mendota, IL 61342
(815) 539-6237
Gr: 5-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
805 4th Ave
Mendota, IL 61342
(815) 538-6226
Mendota, IL 61342
(815) 538-6226
Gr: 2-4 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
1309 Jefferson St
Mendota, IL 61342
(815) 539-6888
Mendota, IL 61342
(815) 539-6888
Gr: K-1 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61342, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61342, IL include Northbrook School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61342?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61342.
What is the racial composition of students in 61342?
61342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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