For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 453 students in 61041, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61041, IL are River Ridge Elementary School, River Ridge Middle School and River Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61041 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61041, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61041, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4141 Il Route 84 S
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 858-9005
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 858-9005
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
River Ridge Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4141 Il Route 84 S
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 858-9005
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 858-9005
Gr: 6-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
River Ridge High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4141 Il Route 84 S
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 858-9005
Hanover, IL 61041
(815) 858-9005
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61041, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61041, IL include River Ridge Elementary School, River Ridge Middle School and River Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 61041?
3 public schools are located in 61041.
What is the racial composition of students in 61041?
61041 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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