For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 471 students in 61238, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61238, IL are Cambridge Comm Grade School and Cambridge Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61238 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61238, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61238, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Comm Grade School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
312 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2028
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2028
Gr: PK-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Gr: 6-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
61238, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Gr: 7-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61238, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61238, IL include Cambridge Comm Grade School and Cambridge Jr/sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61238?
2 public elementary schools are located in 61238.
What is the racial composition of students in 61238?
61238 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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