For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 294 students in 61361, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61361, IL is Bureau Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61361 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61361, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61361, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bureau Valley High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9154 2125 N Avenue
Sheffield, IL 61361
(815) 445-4004
Sheffield, IL 61361
(815) 445-4004
Gr: 9-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
61361, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
306 East St
Sheffield, IL 61361
(815) 454-2503
Sheffield, IL 61361
(815) 454-2503
Gr: 3-5 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61361, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61361, IL include Bureau Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 61361?
1 public schools are located in 61361.
What is the racial composition of students in 61361?
61361 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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