For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 161 students in Roanoke, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Roanoke, IL is Sowers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Roanoke, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Roanoke have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Roanoke, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sowers Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
202 W High St
Roanoke, IL 61561
(309) 923-6241
Roanoke, IL 61561
(309) 923-6241
Gr: PK-4 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Roanoke, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Roanoke, IL include Sowers Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Roanoke?
1 public elementary schools are located in Roanoke.
What is the racial composition of students in Roanoke?
Roanoke public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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