Top 3 Best 62526 Illinois Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public high schools in 62526, IL.
The top ranked public high schools in 62526, IL are William Harris Learning Academy, Social-emotional Alt Program and Southeast Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 62526 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 32% statewide average). High schools in 62526, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.

Best 62526, IL Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Harris Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
620 E Garfield Ave, Kelley Mor
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3361
Grades: K-12
| 0 students
Rank: #22.
Social-emotional Alt Program
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
620 E Garfield Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3310
Grades: K-12
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
620 E Garfield Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3310
Grades: PK-12
| 0 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 62526 Illinois

62526, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3789 N Water St
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 424-3084
Grades: 7-8
| 465 students
2160 W Center St
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3551
Grades: K-6
| 244 students
3900 N Neely Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3541
Grades: K-6
| 305 students
Sunnyside School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
303 W Mound Rd
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 424-3073
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
620 E Garfield Ave
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 362-3361
Grades: K-6
| 288 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 62526, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 62526, IL include William Harris Learning Academy, Social-emotional Alt Program and Southeast Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 62526, IL?
3 public high schools are located in 62526, IL.

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