For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 780 students in 61920, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 61920, IL are Charleston High School and Pathways Roe 11. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61920 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61920, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61920 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Charleston High School, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61920, IL Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charleston High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1615 Lincoln Ave
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 639-5000
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 639-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Pathways Roe 11
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 7th St, Jerald Calandrilla
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Gr: 6-12
61920, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Charleston Bridges (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
730 7th St
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61920, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61920, IL include Charleston High School and Pathways Roe 11.
How many public high schools are located in 61920?
4 public high schools are located in 61920.
What is the racial composition of students in 61920?
61920 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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