For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 632 students in 61362, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61362, IL is John F Kennedy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61362 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61362, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61362, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
999 N Strong Ave
Spring Valley, IL 61362
(815) 664-4601
Spring Valley, IL 61362
(815) 664-4601
Gr: PK-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
61362, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
501 E Erie St
Spring Valley, IL 61362
(815) 663-5631
Spring Valley, IL 61362
(815) 663-5631
Gr: PK-1 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61362, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61362, IL include John F Kennedy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61362?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61362.
What is the racial composition of students in 61362?
61362 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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