Best 61880 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 766 students in 61880, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61880, IL are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 61880 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61880, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61880, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1121 County Road 800 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6735
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Unity West
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1035 County Road 600 N
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 elementary schools in 61880, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61880, IL include Unity Jr High School and Unity West.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61880?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61880.
What is the racial composition of students in 61880?
61880 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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