For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,884 students in 61115, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 61115, IL are Summit Academy Rssp, Summit Academy Alop and Harlem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61115 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61115, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61115 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Harlem High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61115, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Academy Rssp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(779) 771-6392
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(779) 771-6392
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #22.
Summit Academy Alop
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Harlem High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9229 N Alpine Rd
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 654-4511
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 654-4511
Gr: 9-12 | 1,884 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Summit Academy Taoep
Alternative School
1102 Evans Ave
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Machesney Park, IL 61115
(815) 636-3060
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61115, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61115, IL include Summit Academy Rssp, Summit Academy Alop and Harlem High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61115?
4 public high schools are located in 61115.
What is the racial composition of students in 61115?
61115 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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