For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,642 students in 61820, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 61820, IL are Central High School, Novak Academy and R E A D Y Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61820 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61820, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61820 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61820, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
610 W University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3914
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3914
Grades: 9-12
| 1,642 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Novak Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
815 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-4328
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352-4328
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
R E A D Y Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45 E University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Actions Program
Alternative School
402 N Randolph St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3701
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 351-3701
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Re-start Program
Alternative School
45 E University Ave
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 893-3219
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 893-3219
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
61820, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Education For Employment Sys 330 High School (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
3 Henson Place
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-1382
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-1382
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
R E A D Y Middle School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
512 W Church Street
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-0322
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61820, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61820, IL include Central High School, Novak Academy and R E A D Y Program.
How many public high schools are located in 61820?
5 public high schools are located in 61820.
What is the racial composition of students in 61820?
61820 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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