For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 199 students in 61878, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 61878, IL are Prairieview-ogden Jr High School and Thomasboro Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61878 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61878, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61878, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairieview-ogden Jr High School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2499 County Road 2100 E
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 694-4122
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 694-4122
Grades: 7-8
| 63 students
Rank: #22.
Thomasboro Grade School
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Phillips St
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 643-3275
Thomasboro, IL 61878
(217) 643-3275
Grades: PK-8
| 136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61878, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61878, IL include Prairieview-ogden Jr High School and Thomasboro Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 61878?
2 public schools are located in 61878.
What is the racial composition of students in 61878?
61878 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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