Best Weldon Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 128 students in Weldon, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Weldon, IL are Deland-weldon Elementary School and Deland-weldon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Weldon, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Weldon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Weldon, IL (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deland-weldon Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2311 N 300 East Rd
Weldon, IL 61882
(309) 928-7691
Gr: PK-5 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Deland-weldon Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2311 N 300 East Rd
Weldon, IL 61882
(309) 928-7691
Gr: 6-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Weldon, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Weldon, IL include Deland-weldon Elementary School and Deland-weldon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Weldon?
2 public schools are located in Weldon.
What is the racial composition of students in Weldon?
Weldon public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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