For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 479 students in 61856, IL.
The top ranked public high school in 61856, IL is Monticello High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 61856 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61856, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61856 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Monticello High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61856, IL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monticello High School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: 9-12
| 479 students
61856, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
700 N Buchanan St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: PK-1
| 265 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 61856, IL?
The top ranked public high schools in 61856, IL include Monticello High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61856?
1 public high schools are located in 61856.
What is the racial composition of students in 61856?
61856 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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