For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 156 students in 61283, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 89 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 61283, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 61283, IL is Tampico Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61283 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61283, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61283, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tampico Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
304 W Kimball Rd
Tampico, IL 61283
(815) 438-2255
Tampico, IL 61283
(815) 438-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
61283, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bi-county Sp Ed-ecse Tampico (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
304 E Kimball Rd
Tampico, IL 61283
(815) 438-2255
Tampico, IL 61283
(815) 438-2255
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61283, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61283, IL include Tampico Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61283?
1 public schools are located in 61283.
What percentage of students in 61283 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 61283 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61283?
61283 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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