For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 80 students in Creston, IL.
The top ranked public school in Creston, IL is Creston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Creston, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Creston have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Creston, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Creston Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
202 W South St
Creston, IL 60113
(815) 384-3920
Creston, IL 60113
(815) 384-3920
Grades: K-8
| 80 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Creston, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Creston, IL include Creston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Creston?
1 public schools are located in Creston.
What is the racial composition of students in Creston?
Creston public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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