For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 2,916 students in 61554, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61554, IL are Scott Altman Primary School, Rankin Elementary School and Marquette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61554 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61554, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 61554, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Altman Primary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1730 Highwood Ave
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4715
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4715
Gr: K-3 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13716 5th St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 346-3182
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 346-3182
Gr: K-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Joliet Rd
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 382-3612
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 382-3612
Gr: PK-3 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Willow Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1110 Veerman St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4716
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4716
Gr: K-3 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Georgetown Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
51 Yates Rd
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 382-3456
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 382-3456
Gr: 4-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Washington Intermediate School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 Washington St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4721
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4721
Gr: 4-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
C B Smith Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1314 Matilda St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4713
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4713
Gr: K-3 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #88.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 S Capitol St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4712
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4712
Gr: K-3 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #99.
Dirksen Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Koch St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4711
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4711
Gr: K-3 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #1010.
Wilson Intermediate School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 Koch St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4722
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4722
Gr: 4-6 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #1111.
L E Starke Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Holiday Dr
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4714
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4714
Gr: K-3 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61554, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61554, IL include Scott Altman Primary School, Rankin Elementary School and Marquette Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61554?
11 public elementary schools are located in 61554.
What is the racial composition of students in 61554?
61554 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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