For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 403 students in 61517, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 61517, IL is Brimfield Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61517 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61517, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 61517, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brimfield Grade School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
216 E Clinton St
Brimfield, IL 61517
(309) 446-3366
Brimfield, IL 61517
(309) 446-3366
Grades: PK-8
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61517, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61517, IL include Brimfield Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61517?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61517.
What is the racial composition of students in 61517?
61517 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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