For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 644 students in 61559, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61559, IL are Princeville High School and Princeville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61559 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61559, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61559, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Princeville High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
302 Cordis Ave
Princeville, IL 61559
(309) 385-2213
Princeville, IL 61559
(309) 385-2213
Gr: 6-12 | 336 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Princeville Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
602 N Town Ave
Princeville, IL 61559
(309) 385-2213
Princeville, IL 61559
(309) 385-2213
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61559, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61559, IL include Princeville High School and Princeville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61559?
2 public schools are located in 61559.
What is the racial composition of students in 61559?
61559 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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