For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 182 students in Waverly, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Waverly, IL is Waverly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waverly, 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 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waverly have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Waverly, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
499 W Elm St
Waverly, IL 62692
(217) 435-2331
Waverly, IL 62692
(217) 435-2331
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Waverly, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waverly, IL include Waverly Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waverly?
1 public elementary schools are located in Waverly.
What is the racial composition of students in Waverly?
Waverly public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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