For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 835 students in Edwards County, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Edwards County, IL are West Salem Grade School, Albion Grade School and Edwards County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Edwards County, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Edwards County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Edwards County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Salem Grade School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 E School St
West Salem, IL 62476
(618) 456-8881
West Salem, IL 62476
(618) 456-8881
Grades: PK-8
| 164 students
Rank: #22.
Albion Grade School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
361 W Main St
Albion, IL 62806
(618) 445-2327
Albion, IL 62806
(618) 445-2327
Grades: PK-8
| 409 students
Rank: #33.
Edwards County High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
361 W Main St
Albion, IL 62806
(618) 445-2325
Albion, IL 62806
(618) 445-2325
Grades: 9-12
| 262 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Edwards County, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Edwards County, IL include West Salem Grade School, Albion Grade School and Edwards County High School.
How many public schools are located in Edwards County?
3 public schools are located in Edwards County.
What is the racial composition of students in Edwards County?
Edwards County public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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