For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 89 students in 61812, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61812, IL is Armstrong-ellis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61812 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61812, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61812, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Armstrong-ellis Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3571 Gifford Ave
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2115
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2115
Gr: K-8 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61812, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61812, IL include Armstrong-ellis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61812?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61812.
What is the racial composition of students in 61812?
61812 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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