Best 61335 Illinois Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 162 students in 61335, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61335, IL is Putnam County Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61335 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61335, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61335, IL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Putnam County Jr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
13183 N 350th Ave
Mc Nabb, IL 61335
(815) 882-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 61335, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61335, IL include Putnam County Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61335?
1 public schools are located in 61335.
What is the racial composition of students in 61335?
61335 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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