For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 482 students in Newton, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Newton, IL is Newton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Maxwell St
Newton, IL 62448
(618) 783-8464
Newton, IL 62448
(618) 783-8464
Gr: 1-6 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Newton, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Newton, IL include Newton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Newton.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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