For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,977 students in 61607, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61607, IL are Monroe Elementary School, Hollis Consolidated Grade School and Limestone Walters Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61607 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61607, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61607, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5137 W Cisna Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3120
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3120
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Hollis Consolidated Grade School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5613 W Tuscarora Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-1325
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-1325
Gr: K-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Limestone Walters Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8223 W Smithville Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
Gr: PK-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6018 W Lancaster Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Limestone Community High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4201 Airport Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-6271
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-6271
Gr: 9-12 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Bartonville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6000 S Adams St
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3253
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3253
Gr: PK-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Peoria Cty Jvnl Det Ctr 9-12
Alternative School
4201 Airport Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-6271
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-6271
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61607, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61607, IL include Monroe Elementary School, Hollis Consolidated Grade School and Limestone Walters Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61607?
9 public schools are located in 61607.
What is the racial composition of students in 61607?
61607 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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