For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,204 students in 61550, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 578 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 61550, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61550, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Lettie Brown Elementary School and Morton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61550 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61550, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61550, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 S Nebraska Ave
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6989
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6989
Grades: PK-6
| 511 students
Rank: #22.
Lettie Brown Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2550 N Morton Ave
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-5309
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-5309
Grades: K-6
| 359 students
Rank: #33.
Morton High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
350 N Illinois Ave
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-7182
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-7182
Grades: 9-12
| 1,065 students
Rank: #44.
Grundy Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1100 S 4th Ave
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-1421
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-1421
Grades: PK-6
| 424 students
Rank: #55.
Morton Jr High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
225 E Jackson St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6522
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6522
Grades: 7-8
| 496 students
Rank: #66.
Morton Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
260 E Queenwood Rd
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2581
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2581
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 E Jefferson St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2650
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2650
Grades: PK-6
| 349 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61550, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61550, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Lettie Brown Elementary School and Morton High School.
How many public schools are located in 61550, IL?
7 public schools are located in 61550, IL.
What percentage of students in 61550, IL go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 61550, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61550, IL?
61550, IL public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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