For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 713 students in Marseilles, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Marseilles, IL are Milton Pope Elementary School and Marseilles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marseilles, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Marseilles have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marseilles, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Milton Pope Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3197 E 28th Rd
Marseilles, IL 61341
(815) 357-8151
Marseilles, IL 61341
(815) 357-8151
Gr: K-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Marseilles Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Chicago St
Marseilles, IL 61341
(815) 795-2428
Marseilles, IL 61341
(815) 795-2428
Gr: PK-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marseilles, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Marseilles, IL include Milton Pope Elementary School and Marseilles Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marseilles?
2 public schools are located in Marseilles.
What is the racial composition of students in Marseilles?
Marseilles public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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