For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 386 students in 61427, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61427, IL are Cuba Elementary School, Cuba Middle School and Cuba Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61427 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61427, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61427, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cuba Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
652 East Main
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-8054
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-8054
Gr: PK-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Cuba Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20325 N State Route 97
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-7122
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-7122
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Cuba Sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20325 N State Route 97
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-7122
Cuba, IL 61427
(309) 785-7122
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61427, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61427, IL include Cuba Elementary School, Cuba Middle School and Cuba Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61427?
3 public schools are located in 61427.
What is the racial composition of students in 61427?
61427 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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