For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 444 students in 61874, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 132 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 61874, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 61874, IL is Carrie Busey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61874 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61874, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61874, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrie Busey Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
304 Prairie Rose Ln
Savoy, IL 61874
(217) 351-3811
Savoy, IL 61874
(217) 351-3811
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61874, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61874, IL include Carrie Busey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61874?
1 public schools are located in 61874.
What percentage of students in 61874 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 61874 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61874?
61874 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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