For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 258 students in Worden, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Worden, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in Worden, IL is Worden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Worden, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Worden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Worden, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Worden Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N Main St
Worden, IL 62097
(618) 692-7442
Worden, IL 62097
(618) 692-7442
Gr: 3-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Worden, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Worden, IL include Worden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Worden?
1 public schools are located in Worden.
What percentage of students in Worden go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Worden are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Worden?
Worden public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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