For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,557 students in 61614, IL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,301 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 61614, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 61614, IL are Washington Gifted School, Kellar Primary School and Diploma Degree North Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61614 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 61614, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61614, IL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Gifted School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3706 N Grand Blvd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6563
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6563
Grades: 5-8
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Kellar Primary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6413 N Mount Hawley Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4439
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4439
Grades: K-4
| 340 students
Rank: #33.
Diploma Degree North Campus
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5407 N University St
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6776
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6776
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Rank: #44.
Richwoods High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6301 N University St
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4400
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,496 students
Rank: #55.
Northmoor Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1819 W Northmoor Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4435
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4435
Grades: K-4
| 346 students
Rank: #66.
Charles A Lindbergh Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6327 N Sheridan Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4427
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4427
Grades: 5-8
| 273 students
Rank: #77.
Rolling Acres Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5617 N Merrimac Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 689-1100
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 689-1100
Grades: 5-12
| 379 students
Rank: #88.
Hines Primary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4603 N Knoxville Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6525
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-6525
Grades: K-4
| 438 students
61614, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Peoria Developmental Center (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
2018 W Cimarron Dr
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4424
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-4424
Grades: 3-12
| 18 students
Zeller Mental Health Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
5407 N University St
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-5017
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 693-5017
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 61614, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 61614, IL include Washington Gifted School, Kellar Primary School and Diploma Degree North Campus.
How many public schools are located in 61614, IL?
8 public schools are located in 61614, IL.
What percentage of students in 61614, IL go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 61614, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61614, IL?
61614, IL public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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