For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 325 students in Jonesboro, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Jonesboro, IL is Jonesboro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jonesboro, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Jonesboro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jonesboro, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jonesboro Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
309 Cook Ave
Jonesboro, IL 62952
(618) 833-5148
Jonesboro, IL 62952
(618) 833-5148
Gr: PK-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Tcse-jonesboro Grade School
Special Education School
309 Cook Ave
Jonesboro, IL 62952
(618) 833-5148
Jonesboro, IL 62952
(618) 833-5148
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jonesboro, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Jonesboro, IL include Jonesboro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jonesboro?
2 public schools are located in Jonesboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Jonesboro?
Jonesboro public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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