For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 255 students in 61075, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61075, IL are Scales Mound Jr High School, Scales Mound High School and Scales Mound Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61075 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61075, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61075, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scales Mound Jr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Gr: 6-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Scales Mound High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Scales Mound Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61075, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61075, IL include Scales Mound Jr High School, Scales Mound High School and Scales Mound Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61075?
3 public schools are located in 61075.
What is the racial composition of students in 61075?
61075 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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