For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 650 students in 61523, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 61523, IL are Ivc Learning Center and Il Valley Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61523 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61523, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61523 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Il Valley Central 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61523, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ivc Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1057 N 2nd St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-0001
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-0001
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Il Valley Central High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 W Sycamore St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-5481
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-5481
Gr: 9-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Ivc Transition Center
Alternative School
1008 N 4th St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 245-3978
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 245-3978
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61523, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61523, IL include Ivc Learning Center and Il Valley Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61523?
3 public high schools are located in 61523.
What is the racial composition of students in 61523?
61523 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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