For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 184 students in 61490, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61490, IL is Alwood Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61490 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61490, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61490, IL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alwood Middle/high School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 E 5th Ave
Woodhull, IL 61490
(309) 334-2102
Woodhull, IL 61490
(309) 334-2102
Gr: 6-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61490, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61490, IL include Alwood Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 61490?
1 public schools are located in 61490.
What is the racial composition of students in 61490?
61490 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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