For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 780 students in 61920, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 61920, IL are Charleston High School and Pathways Roe 11. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61920 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61920, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61920 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Charleston High School, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61920, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charleston High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1615 Lincoln Ave
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 639-5000
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 639-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Pathways Roe 11
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 7th St, Jerald Calandrilla
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Gr: 6-12
61920, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Charleston Bridges (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
730 7th St
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 348-0151
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61920, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61920, IL include Charleston High School and Pathways Roe 11.
How many public high schools are located in 61920?
4 public high schools are located in 61920.
What is the racial composition of students in 61920?
61920 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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