For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,498 students in 61111, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 372 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 61111, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61111, IL are Harlem Middle School, Loves Park Elementary School and Rock Cut Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61111 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61111, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61111, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harlem Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
735 Windsor Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4510
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4510
Gr: 6-8 | 1,330 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Loves Park Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
344 Grand Ave
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4501
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4501
Gr: 1-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Rock Cut Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7944 Forest Hills Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4506
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4506
Gr: 1-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1405 Maple Ave
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4502
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4502
Gr: 1-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Windsor Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
935 Windsor Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4507
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 654-4507
Gr: 1-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Career Educ Assoc Of N Central Il
Vocational School
300 Heart Blvd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 636-3060
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 636-3060
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
Roe 4 Student Support Alop
Alternative School
300 Heart Blvd
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 636-3060
Loves Park, IL 61111
(815) 636-3060
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61111, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61111, IL include Harlem Middle School, Loves Park Elementary School and Rock Cut Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 61111?
7 public schools are located in 61111.
What percentage of students in 61111 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 61111 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61111?
61111 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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