For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,482 students in 61520, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61520, IL are Ingersoll Middle School, Eastview Elementary School and Westview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61520 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61520, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61520, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ingersoll Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1605 E Ash St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-6951
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-6951
Gr: 5-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Eastview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1490 E Myrtle St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-0136
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-0136
Gr: PK-4 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Westview Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Old West Vine St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-2111
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-2111
Gr: PK-4 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 Lincoln Rd
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-7594
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 647-7594
Gr: K-4 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Academy Canton
Alternative School
749 E Locust St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Royals Rssp Canton
Alternative School
749 E Locust St
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Canton, IL 61520
(309) 575-3226
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61520, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61520, IL include Ingersoll Middle School, Eastview Elementary School and Westview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61520?
6 public elementary schools are located in 61520.
What is the racial composition of students in 61520?
61520 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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