For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,234 students in 61705, IL (there are , serving 423 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 61705, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61705, IL are Benjamin Elementary School, Pepper Ridge Elementary School and Fox Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61705 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61705, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61705, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Elementary School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6006 Ireland Grove Rd
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4410
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4410
Grades: K-5
| 629 students
Rank: #22.
Pepper Ridge Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2602 Danbury Dr
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4423
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4423
Grades: K-5
| 299 students
Rank: #33.
Fox Creek Elementary School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3910 Timberwolf Trl
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4416
Bloomington, IL 61705
(309) 557-4416
Grades: K-5
| 306 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61705, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61705, IL include Benjamin Elementary School, Pepper Ridge Elementary School and Fox Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61705?
3 public schools are located in 61705.
What percentage of students in 61705 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 61705 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61705?
61705 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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