Top 3 Best 61856 Illinois Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,360 students in 61856, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 112 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 61856, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61856, IL are Monticello Middle School, Monticello High School and Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61856 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61856, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61856, IL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monticello Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2015 E Washington St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: 6-8
| 344 students
Rank: #22.
Monticello High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: 9-12
| 484 students
Rank: #33.
Washington School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: PK-3
| 532 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 61856 Illinois

61856, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
700 N Buchanan St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: PK-1
| 265 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 61856, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61856, IL include Monticello Middle School, Monticello High School and Washington School.
How many public schools are located in 61856, IL?
3 public schools are located in 61856, IL.
What percentage of students in 61856, IL go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 61856, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61856, IL?
61856, IL public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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