For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,041 students in Champaign, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in Champaign, IL are Central High School, Centennial High School and Novak Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Champaign, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Champaign have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Champaign, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Champaign, IL (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
610 W University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3914
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3914
Grades: 9-12
| 1,597 students
Rank: #22.
Centennial High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
913 Crescent Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3954
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3954
Grades: 9-12
| 1,444 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Novak Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-4328
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-4328
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
R E A D Y Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45 E University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Actions Program
Alternative School
402 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3701
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3701
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Education For Employment Sys 330
Vocational School
2400 W Bradley Ave # A113
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 355-1382
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 355-1382
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Re-start Program
Alternative School
45 E University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 893-3219
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 893-3219
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Champaign, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Education For Employment Sys 330 High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
3 Henson Place
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-1382
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-1382
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
R E A D Y Middle School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
512 W Church Street
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Champaign, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in Champaign, IL include Central High School, Centennial High School and Novak Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Champaign?
7 public high schools are located in Champaign.
What is the racial composition of students in Champaign?
Champaign public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Champaign are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Champaign include: Centennial High School vs. Central High School, Central High School vs. Centennial High School, Novak Academy vs. Centennial High School
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