For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 695 students in 61270, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61270, IL are Southside School and Morrison Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61270 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61270, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61270, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southside School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Academic Dr
Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-2183
Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-2183
Grades: 3-5
| 218 students
Rank: #22.
Morrison Jr High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Academic Dr
Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-7264
Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-7264
Grades: 6-8
| 214 students
Rank: n/an/a
520 N Genesee St
Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-2153
Morrison, IL 61270
(815) 772-2153
Grades: PK-2
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61270, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61270, IL include Southside School and Morrison Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61270?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61270.
What is the racial composition of students in 61270?
61270 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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