For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 834 students in 61048, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61048, IL are Lena-winslow Jr High School, Lena-winslow High School and Lena-winslow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61048 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61048, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61048, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lena-winslow Jr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
517 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Gr: 6-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Lena-winslow High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
516 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Lena-winslow Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Lena, IL 61048
(815) 369-2525
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61048, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61048, IL include Lena-winslow Jr High School, Lena-winslow High School and Lena-winslow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61048?
3 public schools are located in 61048.
What is the racial composition of students in 61048?
61048 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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