For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,797 students in 61614, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,265 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 61614, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61614, IL are Reservoir Gifted School, Kellar Primary School and Northmoor Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61614 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61614, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61614, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reservoir Gifted School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3706 N Grand Blvd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6563
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6563
Gr: 5-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Kellar Primary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6413 N Mount Hawley Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4439
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4439
Gr: K-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Northmoor Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1819 W Northmoor Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 692-9481
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 692-9481
Gr: K-4 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Richwoods High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6301 N University St
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4400
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,685 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Liberty Leadership Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6327 N Sheridan Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4427
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4427
Gr: 5-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Rolling Acres Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5617 N Merrimac Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 689-1100
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 689-1100
Gr: 5-12 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Hines Primary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4603 N Knoxville Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6525
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6525
Gr: K-4 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
61614, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Peoria Developmental Center (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
2018 W Cimarron Dr
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4424
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4424
Gr: 3-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Zeller Mental Health Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
5407 N University St
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-5017
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-5017
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61614, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61614, IL include Reservoir Gifted School, Kellar Primary School and Northmoor Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 61614?
7 public schools are located in 61614.
What percentage of students in 61614 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 61614 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61614?
61614 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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