For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 957 students in Fulton, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 275 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Fulton, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Fulton, IL are Fulton Elementary School, Fulton High School and River Bend Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fulton, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Fulton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fulton, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fulton Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 7th Ave
Fulton, IL 61252
(815) 589-2900
Fulton, IL 61252
(815) 589-2900
Grades: K-5
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Fulton High School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1207 12th St
Fulton, IL 61252
(815) 589-3511
Fulton, IL 61252
(815) 589-3511
Grades: 9-12
| 275 students
Rank: #33.
River Bend Middle School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
415 12th St
Fulton, IL 61252
(815) 589-2611
Fulton, IL 61252
(815) 589-2611
Grades: 6-8
| 238 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fulton, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Fulton, IL include Fulton Elementary School, Fulton High School and River Bend Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Fulton?
4 public schools are located in Fulton.
What percentage of students in Fulton go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Fulton are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Fulton?
Fulton public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Fulton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fulton include: Fulton High School vs. River Bend Middle School
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