For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 120 students in 62621, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62621, IL are Bluffs Junior High School and Bluffs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62621 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62621, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62621, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bluffs Junior High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 W Rockwood St
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3815
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3815
Grades: 6-8
| 43 students
Rank: #22.
Bluffs Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 W Rockwood St
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3714
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3714
Grades: PK-5
| 77 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 62621, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 62621, IL include Bluffs Junior High School and Bluffs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62621?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62621.
What is the racial composition of students in 62621?
62621 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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