For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 967 students in 61282, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61282, IL are Bowlesburg Elementary School, George O Barr School and Eagle Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61282 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61282, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61282, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bowlesburg Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2221 10th St
Silvis, IL 61282
(309) 792-2947
Silvis, IL 61282
(309) 792-2947
Gr: K-4 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
George O Barr School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1305 5th Avenue
Silvis, IL 61282
(309) 792-0639
Silvis, IL 61282
(309) 792-0639
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Ridge School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Eagle Ridge Dr
Silvis, IL 61282
(309) 792-2002
Silvis, IL 61282
(309) 792-2002
Gr: PK-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61282, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61282, IL include Bowlesburg Elementary School, George O Barr School and Eagle Ridge School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61282?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61282.
What is the racial composition of students in 61282?
61282 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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