For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 161 students in 61847, IL.
The top-ranked public school in 61847, IL is Gifford Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 61847 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61847, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61847, IL 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gifford Grade School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
406 S Main St, Jared Ellison
Gifford, IL 61847
(217) 568-7733
Gifford, IL 61847
(217) 568-7733
Gr: K-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61847, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61847, IL include Gifford Grade School.
How many public schools are located in 61847?
1 public schools are located in 61847.
What is the racial composition of students in 61847?
61847 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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