For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 797 students in 62056, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62056, IL are Litchfield Middle School and Litchfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 62056 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 62056, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62056, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Litchfield Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1701 N State St
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-4668
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-4668
Gr: 6-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Litchfield Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
127 W. St. John
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-4034
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-4034
Gr: 2-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
725 S Chestnut St.
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-2851
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 324-2851
Gr: K-1 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix Safe Schools Program
Alternative School
1100 N Old Route 66
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 408-2185
Litchfield, IL 62056
(217) 408-2185
Gr: 6-9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 62056, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 62056, IL include Litchfield Middle School and Litchfield Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 62056?
4 public elementary schools are located in 62056.
What is the racial composition of students in 62056?
62056 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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