For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 204 students in Grafton, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Grafton, IL is Grafton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Grafton, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Grafton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Grafton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grafton Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Grafton Hills Dr
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-3388
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-3388
Gr: PK-4 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Il Youth Center - Pere Marquette
Alternative School
17808 State Highway 100 W
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-2371
Grafton, IL 62037
(618) 786-2371
Gr: 8-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Grafton, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Grafton, IL include Grafton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Grafton?
2 public schools are located in Grafton.
What is the racial composition of students in Grafton?
Grafton public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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