For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,516 students in Chatham, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Chatham, IL are Glenwood High School, Chatham Elementary School and Ball Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chatham, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Chatham have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chatham, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenwood High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1501 E Plummer Blvd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2424
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2424
Gr: 9-12 | 1,484 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Chatham Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 S College St
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2411
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2411
Gr: K-4 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Ball Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1015 New City Rd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2414
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2414
Gr: PK-4 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 E Plummer Blvd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-6704
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-6704
Gr: K-4 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Glenwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
595 Chatham Rd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2481
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2481
Gr: 7-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Glenwood Intermediate School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
465 Chatham Rd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-1183
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-1183
Gr: 5-6 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chatham, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Chatham, IL include Glenwood High School, Chatham Elementary School and Ball Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chatham?
6 public schools are located in Chatham.
What is the racial composition of students in Chatham?
Chatham public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Chatham are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chatham include: Glenwood Elementary School vs. Ball Elementary School, Glenwood Middle School vs. Glenwood Intermediate School, Ball Elementary School vs. Glenwood Elementary School
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