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Best 61571 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,699 students in 61571, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61571, IL are Central Intermediate School, Central Primary School and Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61571 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61571, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61571, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1301 Eagle Ave
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 444-3943
Gr: 5-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Central Primary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1400 Newcastle Rd
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 444-3580
Gr: PK-4 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1100 N Main St
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 444-3361
Gr: 5-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Grade School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
303 Jackson St
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 444-3321
Gr: PK-4 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
J L Hensey Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
304 E Almond Dr
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 745-3625
Gr: PK-3 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Beverly Manor Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1014 School St
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 745-3921
Gr: 4-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 61571 Illinois

61571, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Columbia Elementary School (Closed 2005)
24363 Spring Creek
Washington, IL 61571
(309) 745-8565
Gr: PK-K | 74 students Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61571, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61571, IL include Central Intermediate School, Central Primary School and Washington Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61571?
6 public elementary schools are located in 61571.
What is the racial composition of students in 61571?
61571 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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