For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 128 students in 61882, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61882, IL are Deland-weldon Elementary School and Deland-weldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61882 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61882, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61882, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deland-weldon Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2311 N 300 East Rd
Weldon, IL 61882
(309) 928-7691
Weldon, IL 61882
(309) 928-7691
Gr: PK-5 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Deland-weldon Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2311 N 300 East Rd
Weldon, IL 61882
(309) 928-7691
Weldon, IL 61882
(309) 928-7691
Gr: 6-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61882, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61882, IL include Deland-weldon Elementary School and Deland-weldon Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61882?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61882.
What is the racial composition of students in 61882?
61882 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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