For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 393 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 28%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61231, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61231 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mercer County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61231, IL Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mercer County High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 S College Ave
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2223
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2223
Grades: 9-12
| 393 students
61231, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1002 S W 6th St
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2441
Aledo, IL 61231
(309) 582-2441
Grades: 6-8
| 202 students
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, IL?
1 public high schools are located in 61231, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 61231, IL?
61231, IL public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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