For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 874 students in 61745, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61745, IL are Heyworth Elementary School and Heyworth Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61745 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61745, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61745, IL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heyworth Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 S Joselyn St
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2822
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2822
Gr: PK-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Heyworth Jr-sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 W Cleveland St
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2322
Heyworth, IL 61745
(309) 473-2322
Gr: 7-12 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61745, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61745, IL include Heyworth Elementary School and Heyworth Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61745?
2 public schools are located in 61745.
What is the racial composition of students in 61745?
61745 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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