For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 161 students in 61847, IL.
The top ranked public school in 61847, IL is Gifford Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61847 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61847, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61847, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gifford Grade School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
406 S Main St, Jared Ellison
Gifford, IL 61847
(217) 568-7733
Gifford, IL 61847
(217) 568-7733
Grades: K-8
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61847, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61847, IL include Gifford Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 61847?
1 public schools are located in 61847.
What is the racial composition of students in 61847?
61847 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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