For the 2026 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 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hennepin have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hennepin, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Putnam County Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
326 S 5th St
Hennepin, IL 61327
(815) 882-2800
Hennepin, IL 61327
(815) 882-2800
Gr: 3-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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 55% (majority Hispanic).
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