For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 411 students in 61231, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 61231, IL is Mercer County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61231 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61231, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61231 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mercer County High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61231, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mercer County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 S College Ave
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2223
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2223
Gr: 9-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
61231, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1002 S W 6th St
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2441
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2441
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61231, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61231, IL include Mercer County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61231?
1 public high schools are located in 61231.
What is the racial composition of students in 61231?
61231 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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