For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 466 students in 61741, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in 61741, IL are Prairie Central Upper Elementary School and Prairie Central Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61741 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61741, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61741, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Central Upper Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 N Center St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8238
Gr: 5-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Central Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 N Wood St
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Forrest, IL 61741
(815) 657-8660
Gr: 7-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61741, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61741, IL include Prairie Central Upper Elementary School and Prairie Central Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 61741?
2 public schools are located in 61741.
What is the racial composition of students in 61741?
61741 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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