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Best 61741 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 220 students in 61741, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 61741, IL is Prairie Central Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 61741 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61741, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61741, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
312 N Center St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
Gr: 5-6 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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61741, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Meadowbrook Elementary School (Closed 2023)
450 N Bach
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8461
Gr: K-4 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61741, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61741, IL include Prairie Central Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61741?
1 public elementary schools are located in 61741.
What is the racial composition of students in 61741?
61741 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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