For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 247 students in 61943, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61943, IL are Oakland High School and Lake Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61943 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61943, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61943, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakland High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
310 Teeter St
Oakland, IL 61943
(217) 346-2118
Oakland, IL 61943
(217) 346-2118
Grades: 9-12
| 65 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Crest Elementary School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
310 Teeter St
Oakland, IL 61943
(217) 346-2166
Oakland, IL 61943
(217) 346-2166
Grades: PK-8
| 182 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61943, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61943, IL include Oakland High School and Lake Crest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61943?
2 public schools are located in 61943.
What is the racial composition of students in 61943?
61943 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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