For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 737 students in 61616, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 522 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 61616, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61616, IL are Peoria Heights High School and Peoria Heights Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61616 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61616, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61616, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peoria Heights High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
508 E Glen Ave
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 686-8803
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 686-8803
Grades: 9-12
| 213 students
Rank: #22.
Peoria Heights Grade School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Glen Ave
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 686-8809
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 686-8809
Grades: PK-8
| 524 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61616, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61616, IL include Peoria Heights High School and Peoria Heights Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 61616, IL?
2 public schools are located in 61616, IL.
What percentage of students in 61616, IL go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 61616, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61616, IL?
61616, IL public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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