For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,690 students in 61080, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 61080, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61080, IL are Prairie Hill Elementary School, Willowbrook Middle School and Blackhawk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61080 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61080, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61080, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14714 Willowbrook Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3301
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3301
Gr: PK-4 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Willowbrook Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6605 Prairie Hill Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
Gr: 5-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Blackhawk Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
840 Blackhawk Blvd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-4001
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-4001
Gr: 5-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
South Beloit Sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
245 Prairie Hill Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-9004
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-9004
Gr: 9-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
South Beloit Jr High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
840 Blackhawk Blvd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
Gr: 7-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
306 Miller St
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1231
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1231
Gr: 2-4 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
464 Oak Grove Ave
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-2311
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-2311
Gr: PK-1 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61080, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61080, IL include Prairie Hill Elementary School, Willowbrook Middle School and Blackhawk Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61080?
7 public schools are located in 61080.
What percentage of students in 61080 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 61080 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61080?
61080 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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