For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 431 students in El Paso, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in El Paso, IL are Jefferson Park School and Centennial School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
El Paso, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in El Paso have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in El Paso, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Park School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 W 3rd St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4405
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4405
Grades: PK-2
| 261 students
Rank: #22.
Centennial School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
135 W 5th St
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4435
El Paso, IL 61738
(309) 527-4435
Grades: 3-4
| 170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in El Paso, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in El Paso, IL include Jefferson Park School and Centennial School.
How many public elementary schools are located in El Paso?
2 public elementary schools are located in El Paso.
What is the racial composition of students in El Paso?
El Paso public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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