For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 326 students in Lewistown, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Lewistown, IL is Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lewistown, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lewistown have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lewistown, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15501 E Avenue L
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2231
Lewistown, IL 61542
(309) 547-2231
Gr: PK-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lewistown, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lewistown, IL include Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lewistown?
1 public elementary schools are located in Lewistown.
What is the racial composition of students in Lewistown?
Lewistown public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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