For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 138 students in 61516, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61516, IL is Roanoke-benson Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61516 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61516, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61516, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roanoke-benson Jr High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
131 W Reiter St
Benson, IL 61516
(309) 394-2233
Benson, IL 61516
(309) 394-2233
Gr: 5-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
61516, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wcsea-benson (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
131 S Reiter St
Benson, IL 61516
(309) 367-4901
Benson, IL 61516
(309) 367-4901
Gr: 5-8 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61516, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61516, IL include Roanoke-benson Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61516?
2 public schools are located in 61516.
What is the racial composition of students in 61516?
61516 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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