For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 266 students in New Baden, IL.
The top-ranked public school in New Baden, IL is New Baden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Baden, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in New Baden have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in New Baden, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Baden Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 Marilyn Dr
New Baden, IL 62265
(618) 588-3535
New Baden, IL 62265
(618) 588-3535
Gr: PK-3 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
New Baden, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
317 E Maple St
New Baden, IL 62265
(618) 588-3260
New Baden, IL 62265
(618) 588-3260
Gr: 4-6 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in New Baden, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in New Baden, IL include New Baden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in New Baden?
1 public schools are located in New Baden.
What is the racial composition of students in New Baden?
New Baden public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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