For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,521 students in 61801, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 61801, IL are University Of Illinois High School and Urbana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61801 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61801, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61801 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University Of Illinois High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61801, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Of Illinois High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1212 W Springfield Ave
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 333-2870
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 333-2870
Gr: 7-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 314:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Urbana High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 S Race St
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 384-3505
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 384-3505
Gr: 9-12 | 1,207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Urbana Gerber School
Alternative School
1301 N Cunnigham Ave
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 367-4064
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 367-4064
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61801, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61801, IL include University Of Illinois High School and Urbana High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61801?
3 public high schools are located in 61801.
What is the racial composition of students in 61801?
61801 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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