For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 596 students in Johnston City, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Johnston City, IL are Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Johnston City, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Johnston City have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Johnston City, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1108 Grand Ave
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-7561
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-7561
Grades: PK-2
| 296 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Middle School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 E 12th St
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-7581
Johnston City, IL 62951
(618) 983-7581
Grades: 5-8
| 300 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Johnston City, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Johnston City, IL include Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Johnston City?
2 public elementary schools are located in Johnston City.
What is the racial composition of students in Johnston City?
Johnston City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Johnston City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Johnston City include: Washington Middle School vs. Jefferson Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School vs. Washington Middle School
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