For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 524 students in 61616, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 61616, IL is Peoria Heights Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61616 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61616, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61616, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peoria Heights Grade School
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 elementary schools in 61616, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61616, IL include Peoria Heights Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61616?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61616.
What is the racial composition of students in 61616?
61616 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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