For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 156 students in Hennepin, IL.
The top ranked public school in Hennepin, IL is Putnam County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hennepin, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hennepin have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hennepin, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Putnam County Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
326 S 5th St
Hennepin, IL 61327
(815) 882-2800
Hennepin, IL 61327
(815) 882-2800
Grades: 3-5
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hennepin, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Hennepin, IL include Putnam County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hennepin?
1 public schools are located in Hennepin.
What is the racial composition of students in Hennepin?
Hennepin public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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