For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,975 students in Marengo, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 347 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Marengo, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Marengo, IL are Locust Elementary School, Marengo High School and Riley Comm Cons School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marengo, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in Marengo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marengo, IL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Locust Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
539 Locust St
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-7632
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-7632
Grades: PK-3
| 481 students
Rank: #22.
Marengo High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Franks Rd
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-6511
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-6511
Grades: 9-12
| 673 students
Rank: #33.
Riley Comm Cons School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9406 Riley Rd
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8637
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8637
Grades: K-8
| 287 students
Rank: #44.
Marengo Comm Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
816 E Grant Hwy
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-5720
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-5720
Grades: 6-8
| 321 students
Rank: #55.
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
816 E Grant Hwy
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8323
Marengo, IL 60152
(815) 568-8323
Grades: 4-5
| 213 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marengo, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Marengo, IL include Locust Elementary School, Marengo High School and Riley Comm Cons School.
How many public schools are located in Marengo, IL?
5 public schools are located in Marengo, IL.
What percentage of students in Marengo, IL go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Marengo, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marengo, IL?
Marengo, IL public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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