For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,604 students in 61525, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61525, IL are Hickory Grove Elementary School, Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61525 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61525, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61525, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Grove Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2514 W Hickory Grove Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Gr: PK-5 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Dunlap Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5200 W Cedar Hills Dr
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Gr: 6-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Dunlap Valley Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13120 N State Route 91
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Dunlap Grade School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 S 1st St
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Banner Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12610 N Allen Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7774
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7774
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61525, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61525, IL include Hickory Grove Elementary School, Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61525?
5 public elementary schools are located in 61525.
What is the racial composition of students in 61525?
61525 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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