- Washington Comm High School — 0.3 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,399 students
Zip code 61571 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–8 Elementary | Central School District 51 1,281 students · 2 schools | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Washington Community High School District 308 1,484 students · 1 school | 8/10 |
The elementary district is shown as not rated because our rating set was built per zip code from a single district, so elementary districts in split areas were never scored. We would rather show no rating than a borrowed one.
| Metric | Washington Community High School District 308 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,484 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $16,826/yr | $17,619/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Community High School District 308 (this district) | 8/10 | 78th | 1,484 |
| East Peoria Community High School District 309 | Not rated | — | 947 |
| Morton Community Unit School District 709 | 10/10 | 93rd | 3,234 |
| Deer Creek-Mackinaw Community Unit School District 701 | 7/10 | 64th | 953 |
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Ranked against 445 rated districts in IL → 78th percentile → 8/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2017–18 school year (most recent available for this district). Full methodology →
About Washington Community High School District 308
Washington Community High School District 308 serves zip code 61571, covering Washington, Illinois with grades 9th – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
With a rating of 8/10 (above average), Washington Community High School District 308 ranks among Illinois’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Washington Community High School District 308 earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Illinois. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 61571
Children in zip code 61571 are assigned to Washington Community High School District 308 for public school enrollment, covering grades 9th – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 61571, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Washington Community High School District 308 at (309)444-3167 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Washington
For families considering a purchase in the Washington area, district assignment matters financially. Because Washington Community High School District 308 serves zip code 61571, homes in and around zip code 61571 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Washington Community High School District 308 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 61571.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Washington Community High School District 308 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 61571 data.