For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 76 students in Creston, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Creston, IL is Creston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Creston, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Creston have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Creston, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creston Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
202 W South St
Creston, IL 60113
(815) 384-3920
Creston, IL 60113
(815) 384-3920
Gr: K-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Creston, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Creston, IL include Creston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Creston?
1 public schools are located in Creston.
What is the racial composition of students in Creston?
Creston public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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