Best Macon Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 509 students in Macon, IL.

The top-ranked public schools in Macon, IL are Meridian Middle School and Meridian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Macon, IL public schools have an score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Macon have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.

Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Macon, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Meridian Middle School

(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
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728 S Wall St
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-3367

Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Rank: #22.

Meridian High School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
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728 S Wall St
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5233

Gr: 9-12 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

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Macon, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Meridian Primary School (Closed 2016)

245 S Towson
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-5269

Gr: PK-2 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Macon, IL?

The top-ranked public schools in Macon, IL include Meridian Middle School and Meridian High School.

How many public schools are located in Macon?

2 public schools are located in Macon.

What is the racial composition of students in Macon?

Macon public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).