For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 236 students in 61544, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61544, IL are Spoon River Valley Elementary School, Spoon River Valley Jr High School and Spoon River Valley Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61544 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61544, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61544, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spoon River Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35265 N Il Route 97
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2207
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2207
Gr: PK-5 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Spoon River Valley Jr High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
35265 N Il Route 97
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2201
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2201
Gr: 6-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Spoon River Valley Sr High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35265 N Il Route 97
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2201
London Mills, IL 61544
(309) 778-2201
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61544, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61544, IL include Spoon River Valley Elementary School, Spoon River Valley Jr High School and Spoon River Valley Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61544?
3 public schools are located in 61544.
What is the racial composition of students in 61544?
61544 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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