For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 136 students in 61878, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in 61878, IL is Thomasboro Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61878 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61878, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61878, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomasboro Grade School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Phillips St
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 643-3275
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 643-3275
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61878, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61878, IL include Thomasboro Grade School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61878?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61878.
What is the racial composition of students in 61878?
61878 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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