For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 489 students in Mendon, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mendon, IL are Unity Elementary School and Unity Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mendon, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mendon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mendon, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
136 W Washington St
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2512
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2512
Gr: PK-4 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Unity Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
453 W Collins St
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2727
Mendon, IL 62351
(217) 936-2727
Gr: 5-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mendon, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mendon, IL include Unity Elementary School and Unity Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mendon?
2 public elementary schools are located in Mendon.
What is the racial composition of students in Mendon?
Mendon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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