For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 640 students in Chester, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Chester, IL is Chester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chester have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Chester, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
650 Opdyke St
Chester, IL 62233
(618) 826-2354
Chester, IL 62233
(618) 826-2354
Gr: PK-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Chester, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chester, IL include Chester Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chester?
1 public elementary schools are located in Chester.
What is the racial composition of students in Chester?
Chester public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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