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Zip code 61319 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 |
|---|---|---|
| K–8 Elementary | Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 95 students · 1 school | Not rated |
| 9–12 Secondary | Flanagan-Cornell District 74 in Cornell | Not rated |
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 | Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,100/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Not comparable |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 (this district) | NR | — | — |
| Mendota Community Consolidated School District 289 | 5/10 | 49th | 493 |
| Hall High School District 502 | NR | — | 403 |
| Dimmick Community Consolidated School District 175 | NR | — | — |
About Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426
Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 serves zip code 61319, covering Cornell, Illinois with grades Kindergarten – 8th. 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.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. Our ratings are based on state assessment proficiency data (reading and math) published in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year), and this district does not yet have sufficient reported proficiency data to calculate a reliable score. This is common for very small districts, special-purpose or charter agencies, and newly reorganized districts.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it simply means we don’t have enough assessment data to place Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 on the 1–10 scale yet. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making a housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 61319 data.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 61319
Children in zip code 61319 are assigned to Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 61319, 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 Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 at (815)358-2216 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 Cornell
For families considering a purchase in the Cornell area, district assignment matters financially. Because Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 serves zip code 61319, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 61319. 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 Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 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 61319.
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, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 61319 data.