For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 169 students in 61480, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61480, IL is West Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61480 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61480, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61480, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Central Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
217 W South St
Stronghurst, IL 61480
(309) 924-1681
Stronghurst, IL 61480
(309) 924-1681
Gr: 6-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
61480, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 179
Stronghurst, IL 61480
(309) 924-1531
Stronghurst, IL 61480
(309) 924-1531
Gr: PK-4 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Po Box 179
Stronghurst, IL 61480
(309) 924-1781
Stronghurst, IL 61480
(309) 924-1781
Gr: 9-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61480, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61480, IL include West Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 61480?
1 public schools are located in 61480.
What is the racial composition of students in 61480?
61480 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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