For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 601 students in 61542, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61542, IL are Lewistown Jr/sr High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61542 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61542, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61542, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lewistown Jr/sr High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15205 N State 100 Hwy
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2288
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2288
Grades: 7-12
| 268 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15501 E Avenue L
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2231
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2231
Grades: PK-6
| 333 students
61542, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15501 E Avenue L
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2240
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2240
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
New Horizons (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
315 S Illinois St
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-7323
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-7323
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61542, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61542, IL include Lewistown Jr/sr High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61542?
2 public schools are located in 61542.
What is the racial composition of students in 61542?
61542 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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