For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 255 students in 61075, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61075, IL are Scales Mound Jr High School, Scales Mound High School and Scales Mound Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61075 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61075, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61075, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scales Mound Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Grades: 6-8
| 56 students
Rank: #22.
Scales Mound High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Grades: 9-12
| 71 students
Rank: #33.
Scales Mound Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 Main St
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Scales Mound, IL 61075
(815) 845-2215
Grades: PK-5
| 128 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61075, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61075, IL include Scales Mound Jr High School, Scales Mound High School and Scales Mound Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61075?
3 public schools are located in 61075.
What is the racial composition of students in 61075?
61075 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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