Top 5 Best 62521 Illinois Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 934 students in 62521, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62521, IL are Garfield Learning Academy and Eisenhower High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62521 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 62521, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 62521 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eisenhower High School, with 67% 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 62521, IL Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garfield Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
300 Meadow Terrace Pl, Kelley
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 362-3361
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower High School
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 S 16th St
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 362-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 934 students
Rank: n/an/a
Garfield Elementary School
Alternative School
300 Meadow Terrace Pl
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 362-3275
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Heartland Technical Academy
Vocational School
1 College Park
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 872-4050
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
1800 E Lake Shore Dr
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 464-5000
Grades: 1-11
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62521 Illinois

62521, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
575 North Brush College Rd
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 424-3184
Grades: K-6
| 169 students
2115 S Taylor Rd
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 362-3390
Grades: PK-6
| n/a students
1 College Park
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 875-7211
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2610 Salem Sch Rd
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 864-2615
Grades: K-3
| 90 students
4735 E Cantrell St
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 362-3201
Grades: 7-8
| 482 students
400 S Maffit St
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 424-3205
Grades: PK-6
| 331 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 62521, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62521, IL include Garfield Learning Academy and Eisenhower High School.
How many public high schools are located in 62521?
5 public high schools are located in 62521.
What is the racial composition of students in 62521?
62521 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).

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