Best Macon Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 520 students in Macon, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Macon, IL are Meridian High School and Meridian Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Macon, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in Macon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Macon, IL (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meridian High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
Po Box 380
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5233
Grades: 9-12
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Meridian Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
Po Box 198
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-3367
Grades: 6-8
| 210 students
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Macon, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
245 S Towson
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5269
Grades: PK-2
| 251 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Macon, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Macon, IL include Meridian High School and Meridian Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Macon, IL?
2 public schools are located in Macon, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in Macon, IL?
Macon, IL public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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