For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,246 students in 61880, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61880, IL are Unity High School, Unity Jr High School and Unity West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61880 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61880, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61880, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1127 County Road 800 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6230
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6230
Gr: 9-12 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Unity Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1121 County Road 800 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6735
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6735
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Unity West
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1035 County Road 600 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-3918
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-3918
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61880, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61880, IL include Unity High School, Unity Jr High School and Unity West.
How many public schools are located in 61880?
3 public schools are located in 61880.
What is the racial composition of students in 61880?
61880 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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