Best Bethany Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 169 students in Bethany, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Bethany, IL is Okaw Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Bethany, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Okaw Valley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
319 N Washington St
Bethany, IL 61914
(217) 665-3541
Gr: PK-4 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bethany, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bethany, IL include Okaw Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bethany?
1 public elementary schools are located in Bethany.
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany?
Bethany public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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