For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,280 students in 61704, IL (there are 5 private schools, serving 733 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 61704, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61704, IL are Northpoint Elementary School, Evans Junior High School and Cedar Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61704 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61704, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61704, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northpoint Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2602 E College Ave
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4420
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4420
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Evans Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2901 Morrissey Dr
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4406
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4406
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2808 Breezewood Blvd
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4413
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4413
Gr: K-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2106 Arrowhead Dr
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 663-2351
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 663-2351
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
201 Brigham School Rd
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4413
Bloomington, IL 61704
(309) 557-4413
Gr: PK | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61704, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61704, IL include Northpoint Elementary School, Evans Junior High School and Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61704?
5 public schools are located in 61704.
What percentage of students in 61704 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 61704 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61704?
61704 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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