For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 565 students in Cantrall, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Cantrall, IL are Cantrall Elementary School and Cantrall Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cantrall, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Cantrall have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cantrall, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cantrall Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Braves Ln
Cantrall, IL 62625
(217) 487-7312
Cantrall, IL 62625
(217) 487-7312
Grades: PK-3
| 355 students
Rank: #22.
Cantrall Intermediate School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
155 Claypool St
Cantrall, IL 62625
(217) 487-9082
Cantrall, IL 62625
(217) 487-9082
Grades: 4-6
| 210 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cantrall, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Cantrall, IL include Cantrall Elementary School and Cantrall Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Cantrall?
2 public schools are located in Cantrall.
What is the racial composition of students in Cantrall?
Cantrall public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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