For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,994 students in 61525, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61525, IL are Hickory Grove Elementary School, Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61525 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61525, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61525, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hickory Grove Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2514 W Hickory Grove Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Grades: PK-5
| 856 students
Rank: #22.
Dunlap Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5200 W Cedar Hills Dr
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7778
Grades: 6-8
| 526 students
Rank: #33.
Dunlap High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5220 W Legion Hall Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7751
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7751
Grades: 9-12
| 1,390 students
Rank: #44.
Dunlap Valley Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13120 N State Route 91
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-1034
Grades: 6-8
| 584 students
Rank: #55.
Dunlap Grade School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 S 1st St
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Grades: PK-5
| 264 students
Rank: #66.
Banner Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12610 N Allen Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7774
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7774
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61525, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61525, IL include Hickory Grove Elementary School, Dunlap Middle School and Dunlap High School.
How many public schools are located in 61525?
6 public schools are located in 61525.
What is the racial composition of students in 61525?
61525 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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