For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 362 students in Hume, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Hume, IL are Shiloh Elementary School and Shiloh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hume, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hume have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hume, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shiloh Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21751 N 575th St
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Shiloh High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21751 N 575th St
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Hume, IL 61932
(217) 531-1850
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hume, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Hume, IL include Shiloh Elementary School and Shiloh High School.
How many public schools are located in Hume?
2 public schools are located in Hume.
What is the racial composition of students in Hume?
Hume public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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