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Best 61350 Illinois Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 1,928 students in 61350, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61350, IL are Mckinley Elementary School, Rutland Elementary School and Wallace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61350 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61350, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61350, IL Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1320 State St
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-1907
Gr: PK-4 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Rutland Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3231 N Il Route 71
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-2949
Gr: PK-8 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Wallace Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1463 N 33rd Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-2986
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1709 Columbus St
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-0726
Gr: PK-4 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Deer Park C C Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2350 E 1025th Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-6930
Gr: K-8 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1110 W Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-1250
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Central Intermediate School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
711 E Mckinley Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 433-3761
Gr: 5-6 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Lasalle Co Detention Center 6-8
Alternative School
707 Etna Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-8300
Gr: 6-8
Rank: n/an/a
Lmp Regional Office Of Education
Alternative School
119 W Madison St Ste 102
Ottawa, IL 61350
(815) 434-0780
Gr: 4-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 61350, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 61350, IL include Mckinley Elementary School, Rutland Elementary School and Wallace Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61350?
9 public elementary schools are located in 61350.
What is the racial composition of students in 61350?
61350 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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