Best Cambridge Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 235 students in Cambridge, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in Cambridge, IL is Cambridge Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cambridge, IL public high school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Cambridge have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public high schools.
Cambridge, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cambridge Jr/sr High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Cambridge, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Gr: 6-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
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Cambridge, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
300 S West St
Cambridge, IL 61238
(309) 937-2051
Gr: 7-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Cambridge, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Cambridge, IL include Cambridge Jr/sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in Cambridge?
1 public high schools are located in Cambridge.
What is the racial composition of students in Cambridge?
Cambridge public high schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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