For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 187 students in 61544, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61544, IL are Spoon River Valley Elementary School and Spoon River Valley Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61544 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61544, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61544, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spoon River Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35265 N Il Route 97
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2207
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2207
Gr: PK-5 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Spoon River Valley Jr High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
35265 N Il Route 97
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2201
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2201
Gr: 6-8 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61544, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61544, IL include Spoon River Valley Elementary School and Spoon River Valley Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61544?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61544.
What is the racial composition of students in 61544?
61544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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