For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 731 students in 61605, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 61605, IL are Day Treatment and Manual High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61605 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61605, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61605 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Manual High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61605, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1419 S Folkers Ave
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 672-6725
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 672-6725
Gr: 1-12
Rank: #22.
Manual High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
811 S Griswold St
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 672-6600
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 672-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61605, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61605, IL include Day Treatment and Manual High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61605?
2 public high schools are located in 61605.
What is the racial composition of students in 61605?
61605 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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