For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 146 students in 61561, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 61561, IL is Roanoke-benson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61561 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61561, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61561 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Roanoke-benson High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61561, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roanoke-benson High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
208 W High St
Roanoke, IL 61561
(309) 923-8401
Roanoke, IL 61561
(309) 923-8401
Gr: 9-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
61561, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wcsea-sowers-k-4 (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
202 W High St
Roanoke, IL 61561
(309) 367-4901
Roanoke, IL 61561
(309) 367-4901
Gr: 2 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61561, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61561, IL include Roanoke-benson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61561?
1 public high schools are located in 61561.
What is the racial composition of students in 61561?
61561 public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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