Best Payson Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 493 students in Payson, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Payson, IL are Seymour High School and Seymour Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Payson, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Payson have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Payson, IL (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seymour High School
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
420 W Brainard St
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3355
Grades: 7-12
| 223 students
Rank: #22.
Seymour Elementary School
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
404 W State St
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3323
Grades: PK-6
| 270 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Payson, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Payson, IL include Seymour High School and Seymour Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Payson?
2 public schools are located in Payson.
What is the racial composition of students in Payson?
Payson public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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