For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,607 students in 61072, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61072, IL are Stephen Mack Middle School and Whitman Post Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61072 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61072, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61072, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stephen Mack Middle School
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11810 Old River Rd
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-2611
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-2611
Grades: 6-8
| 531 students
Rank: #22.
Whitman Post Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1060 E Union St
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-4006
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-4006
Grades: 3-5
| 525 students
Rank: n/an/a
1050 E Union St
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-8585
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-8585
Grades: PK-2
| 551 students
61072, Illinois 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Wcsec-soc Emotnl Learn Found-elem (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1060 E Union St
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-4006
Rockton, IL 61072
(815) 624-4006
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61072, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61072, IL include Stephen Mack Middle School and Whitman Post Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61072?
3 public elementary schools are located in 61072.
What is the racial composition of students in 61072?
61072 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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