For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 241 students in 61864, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 182 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 61864, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 61864, IL is Unity East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61864 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61864, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61864, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity East
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1638 County Road 1000 N
Philo, IL 61864
(217) 684-5218
Philo, IL 61864
(217) 684-5218
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61864, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61864, IL include Unity East.
How many public schools are located in 61864?
1 public schools are located in 61864.
What percentage of students in 61864 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 61864 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61864?
61864 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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