For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,235 students in 61944, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61944, IL are Mayo Middle School, Crestwood Jr High School and Crestwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61944 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61944, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61944, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayo Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 E Wood St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-3050
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-3050
Gr: 6-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Crestwood Jr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15601 Us Highway 150
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Gr: 6-8 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15601 Us Highway 150
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Carolyn Wenz Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
437 W Washington St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-3140
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-3140
Gr: 3-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
509 E Newton St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-6170
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-6170
Gr: PK-2 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
61944, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Behavior Academic Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 S Eads Ave
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 463-7708
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 463-7708
Gr: 6-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61944, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61944, IL include Mayo Middle School, Crestwood Jr High School and Crestwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61944?
7 public elementary schools are located in 61944.
What is the racial composition of students in 61944?
61944 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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