For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 460 students in 61818, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61818, IL are Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School and Cerro Gordo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61818 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61818, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61818, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 E Durfee St
Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
(217) 763-2711
Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
(217) 763-2711
Grades: 6-12
| 220 students
Rank: #22.
Cerro Gordo Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 S Monroe St
Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
(217) 763-2551
Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
(217) 763-2551
Grades: PK-5
| 240 students
61818, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 E Durfee St
Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
(217) 763-6411
Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
(217) 763-6411
Grades: 6-8
| 139 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61818, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61818, IL include Cerro Gordo Jr And Sr High School and Cerro Gordo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61818?
2 public schools are located in 61818.
What is the racial composition of students in 61818?
61818 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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