For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 298 students in Lanark, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Lanark, IL is Eastland Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lanark, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Lanark have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lanark, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastland Jr/sr High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 S School Dr
Lanark, IL 61046
(815) 493-6341
Lanark, IL 61046
(815) 493-6341
Gr: 7-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Lanark, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 South School St
Lanark, IL 61046
(815) 493-6301
Lanark, IL 61046
(815) 493-6301
Gr: PK-2 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lanark, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Lanark, IL include Eastland Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Lanark?
1 public schools are located in Lanark.
What is the racial composition of students in Lanark?
Lanark public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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