For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 452 students in Girard, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Girard, IL are North Mac Intermediate and North Mac Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Girard, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Girard have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Girard, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Mac Intermediate
(Math: 23% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 N 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2419
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2419
Gr: 3-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
North Mac Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 N 3rd St
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Girard, IL 62640
(217) 627-2136
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Girard, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Girard, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Girard, IL include North Mac Intermediate and North Mac Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Girard?
2 public schools are located in Girard.
What is the racial composition of students in Girard?
Girard public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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