For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 787 students in 61873, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61873, IL are St. Joseph Elementary School and St. Joseph Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
elementary schools in zipcode 61873 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61873, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61873, IL Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. Joseph Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
404 S 5th St
Saint Joseph, IL 61873
(217) 469-2291
Saint Joseph, IL 61873
(217) 469-2291
Grades: PK-4
| 451 students
Rank: #22.
St. Joseph Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
606 E Peters Dr
Saint Joseph, IL 61873
(217) 469-2334
Saint Joseph, IL 61873
(217) 469-2334
Grades: 5-8
| 336 students
61873, Illinois Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 409
Saint Joseph, IL 61873
(217) 469-2291
Saint Joseph, IL 61873
(217) 469-2291
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61873, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61873, IL include St. Joseph Elementary School and St. Joseph Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61873?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61873.
What is the racial composition of students in 61873?
61873 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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