For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,720 students in 61080, IL (there are , serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 61080, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61080, IL are Prairie Hill Elementary School, Willowbrook Middle School and Blackhawk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 61080 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61080, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61080, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14714 Willowbrook Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3301
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3301
Grades: PK-4
| 470 students
Rank: #22.
Willowbrook Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6605 Prairie Hill Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-3957
Grades: 5-8
| 320 students
Rank: #33.
Blackhawk Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
840 Blackhawk Blvd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-4001
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-4001
Grades: 5-6
| 134 students
Rank: #44.
South Beloit Sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
245 Prairie Hill Rd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-9004
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-9004
Grades: 9-12
| 260 students
Rank: #55.
South Beloit Jr High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
840 Blackhawk Blvd
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1421
Grades: 7-8
| 137 students
Rank: #66.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
306 Miller St
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1231
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-1231
Grades: 2-4
| 208 students
Rank: n/an/a
464 Oak Grove Ave
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-2311
South Beloit, IL 61080
(815) 389-2311
Grades: PK-1
| 191 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61080, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61080, IL include Prairie Hill Elementary School, Willowbrook Middle School and Blackhawk Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61080?
7 public schools are located in 61080.
What percentage of students in 61080 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 61080 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61080?
61080 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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