For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,875 students in 61115, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 61115, IL are Summit Academy Rssp, Summit Academy Alop and Harlem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61115 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61115, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61115 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Harlem High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61115, IL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summit Academy Rssp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(779) 771-6392
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(779) 771-6392
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Summit Academy Alop
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Harlem High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9229 N Alpine Rd
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 654-4511
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 654-4511
Grades: 9-12
| 1,875 students
Rank: n/an/a
Summit Academy Taoep
Alternative School
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
61115, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 654-5484
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 654-5484
Grades: 9
| 499 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61115, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61115, IL include Summit Academy Rssp, Summit Academy Alop and Harlem High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61115?
4 public high schools are located in 61115.
What is the racial composition of students in 61115?
61115 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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