- Lostant Elem School — Grades K–8 · 63 students
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| Metric | Lostant Community Unit School District 425 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 69 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| 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 | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lostant Community Unit School District 425 (this district) | 8/10 | 79th | 69 |
| Woodland Community Unit School District 5 | 2/10 | 16th | 443 |
| Putnam County Community Unit School District 535 | 6/10 | 51st | 807 |
| LaSalle-Peru Township High School District 120 | NR | — | 1,198 |
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Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → 79th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Lostant Community Unit School District 425
Families in zip code 61334 (Lostant, Illinois) are assigned to Lostant Community Unit School District 425 for public education through 8th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
With a rating of 8/10 (above average), Lostant Community Unit School District 425 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 Illinois’ IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 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.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Lostant Community Unit School District 425 enrolls 69 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Lostant Community Unit School District 425 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 61334
Children in zip code 61334 are assigned to Lostant Community Unit School District 425 for public school enrollment, covering grades 3rd – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 61334, 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 Lostant Community Unit School District 425 at (815)368-3392 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 Lostant
For families considering a purchase in the Lostant area, district assignment matters financially. Because Lostant Community Unit School District 425 serves zip code 61334, homes in and around zip code 61334 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 Lostant Community Unit School District 425 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 61334.
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 Lostant Community Unit School District 425 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 61334 data.