For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 604 students in Tuscola, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Tuscola, IL are North Ward Elementary School and East Prairie Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tuscola, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tuscola have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tuscola, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Ward Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 N Prairie St
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2712
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2712
Grades: PK-4
| 326 students
Rank: #22.
East Prairie Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
409 S Prairie St
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2828
Tuscola, IL 61953
(217) 253-2828
Grades: 5-8
| 278 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Tuscola, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Tuscola, IL include North Ward Elementary School and East Prairie Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Tuscola?
2 public elementary schools are located in Tuscola.
What is the racial composition of students in Tuscola?
Tuscola public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Tuscola are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Tuscola include: East Prairie Middle School vs. North Ward Elementary School, North Ward Elementary School vs. East Prairie Middle School
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