For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 114 students in 61812, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 61812, IL is Armstrong High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61812 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61812, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61812 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Armstrong High School, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61812, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Armstrong High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30474 Smith
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2122
Armstrong, IL 61812
(217) 569-2122
Grades: 9-12
| 114 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61812, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61812, IL include Armstrong High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61812?
1 public high schools are located in 61812.
What is the racial composition of students in 61812?
61812 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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