For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 41 students in 61839, IL.
The top ranked public school in 61839, IL is Deland-weldon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61839 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61839, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61839, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Deland-weldon High School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
304 E Il Route 10
De Land, IL 61839
(217) 664-3314
De Land, IL 61839
(217) 664-3314
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61839, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61839, IL include Deland-weldon High School.
How many public schools are located in 61839?
1 public schools are located in 61839.
What is the racial composition of students in 61839?
61839 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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