For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 898 students in 61281, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61281, IL are Sherrard Elementary School, Sherrard Jr High School and Sherrard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61281 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61281, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61281, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherrard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
209 1st St
Sherrard, IL 61281
(309) 593-2917
Sherrard, IL 61281
(309) 593-2917
Gr: K-4 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Sherrard Jr High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4701 176th Ave
Sherrard, IL 61281
(309) 593-2135
Sherrard, IL 61281
(309) 593-2135
Gr: 7-8 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Sherrard High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4701 176th Ave
Sherrard, IL 61281
(309) 593-2175
Sherrard, IL 61281
(309) 593-2175
Gr: 9-12 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61281, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61281, IL include Sherrard Elementary School, Sherrard Jr High School and Sherrard High School.
How many public schools are located in 61281?
3 public schools are located in 61281.
What is the racial composition of students in 61281?
61281 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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