For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 259 students in 61849, IL.
The top ranked public school in 61849, IL is Heritage Jh And Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61849 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61849, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61849, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage Jh And Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
512 W 1st St
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Grades: PK-8
| 259 students
61849, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
512 West 1st St
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Homer, IL 61849
(217) 896-2421
Grades: 6-8
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61849, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61849, IL include Heritage Jh And Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61849?
1 public schools are located in 61849.
What is the racial composition of students in 61849?
61849 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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