For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,084 students in Port Byron, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Port Byron, IL are Riverdale Middle School, Riverdale Sr High School and Riverdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Port Byron, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Port Byron have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Port Byron, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverdale Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9822 256th St N
Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3131
Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3131
Grades: 6-8
| 261 students
Rank: #22.
Riverdale Sr High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9622 256th St N
Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3181
Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3181
Grades: 9-12
| 308 students
Rank: #33.
Riverdale Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9424 256th St N
Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3186
Port Byron, IL 61275
(309) 523-3186
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Port Byron, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Port Byron, IL include Riverdale Middle School, Riverdale Sr High School and Riverdale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Port Byron?
3 public schools are located in Port Byron.
What is the racial composition of students in Port Byron?
Port Byron public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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