For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 796 students in Eldorado, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Eldorado, IL are Eldorado Middle School and Eldorado Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eldorado, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Eldorado have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Eldorado, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eldorado Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1907 1st St
Eldorado, IL 62930
(618) 273-8056
Eldorado, IL 62930
(618) 273-8056
Gr: 6-8 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Eldorado Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Alexander St
Eldorado, IL 62930
(618) 273-9324
Eldorado, IL 62930
(618) 273-9324
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Eldorado, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Eldorado, IL include Eldorado Middle School and Eldorado Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Eldorado?
2 public elementary schools are located in Eldorado.
What is the racial composition of students in Eldorado?
Eldorado public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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