For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,278 students in 61880, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61880, IL are Unity High School, Unity Jr High School and Unity West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61880 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61880, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61880, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1127 County Road 800 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6230
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6230
Gr: 9-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Unity Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1121 County Road 800 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6735
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-6735
Gr: 6-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Unity West
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1035 County Road 600 N
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-3918
Tolono, IL 61880
(217) 485-3918
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61880, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61880, IL include Unity High School, Unity Jr High School and Unity West.
How many public schools are located in 61880?
3 public schools are located in 61880.
What is the racial composition of students in 61880?
61880 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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