For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 644 students in 61030, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61030, IL are Forreston Grade School and Forreston Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61030 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61030, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61030, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forreston Grade School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 E Main St
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2301
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2301
Gr: 1-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Forreston Jr/sr High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 E Main St
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2175
Forreston, IL 61030
(815) 938-2175
Gr: 6-12 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61030, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61030, IL include Forreston Grade School and Forreston Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61030?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61030.
What is the racial composition of students in 61030?
61030 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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