For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 118 students in 62621, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62621, IL are Bluffs Junior High School and Bluffs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62621 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62621, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62621, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bluffs Junior High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 W Rockwood St
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3815
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3815
Gr: 6-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #22.
Bluffs Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 W Rockwood St
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3714
Bluffs, IL 62621
(217) 754-3714
Gr: PK-5 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62621, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62621, IL include Bluffs Junior High School and Bluffs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62621?
2 public elementary schools are located in 62621.
What is the racial composition of students in 62621?
62621 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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