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Best Cairo Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 278 students in Cairo, IL.

The top-ranked public schools in Cairo, IL are Cairo Jr/sr High School and Cairo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Cairo, IL public schools have an score of 5% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Cairo have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.

Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Cairo, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Cairo Jr/sr High School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
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Bottom 50%

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4201 Sycamore St
Cairo, IL 62914
(618) 734-2187

Gr: 7-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Rank: #22.

Cairo Elementary School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
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3101 Elm St
Cairo, IL 62914
(618) 734-1027

Gr: PK-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Cairo, IL?

The top-ranked public schools in Cairo, IL include Cairo Jr/sr High School and Cairo Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Cairo?

2 public schools are located in Cairo.

What is the racial composition of students in Cairo?

Cairo public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).