For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 195 students in Macon, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Macon, IL is Meridian Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Macon, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Macon have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Macon, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
728 S Wall St
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-3367
Macon, IL 62544
(217) 764-3367
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Macon, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Macon, IL include Meridian Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Macon?
1 public elementary schools are located in Macon.
What is the racial composition of students in Macon?
Macon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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