For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 760 students in 61021, IL.
The top-ranked public high school in 61021, IL is Dixon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61021 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61021, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61021 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dixon 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61021, IL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dixon High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Lincoln Statue Dr
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 453-4966
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 453-4966
Gr: 9-12 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
61021, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dixon Correctional Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2600 North Brinton Ave
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 288-5561
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 288-5561
Gr: 12
207 Pope St
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 251-4412
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 251-4412
Gr: K-8 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61021, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61021, IL include Dixon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61021?
1 public high schools are located in 61021.
What is the racial composition of students in 61021?
61021 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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