For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 826 students in 61523, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61523, IL are South Elementary School, Chillicothe Jr High School and Chillicothe Elementary Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61523 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61523, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61523, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
616 W Hickory St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-4841
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-4841
Grades: PK-3
| 426 students
Rank: #22.
Chillicothe Jr High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
914 W Truitt Ave
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-6266
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-6266
Grades: 6-8
| 243 students
Rank: #33.
Chillicothe Elementary Center
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
914 W Truitt Ave
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-6266
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-6266
Grades: 4-5
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61523, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61523, IL include South Elementary School, Chillicothe Jr High School and Chillicothe Elementary Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61523?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61523.
What is the racial composition of students in 61523?
61523 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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