Best Marshall County Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,587 students in Marshall County, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marshall County, IL are Midland Middle School, Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School and Midland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshall County, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marshall County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Marshall County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midland Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
901 Hilltop Dr
Sparland, IL 61565
(309) 463-8009
Gr: 5-8 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
508 E Walnut St
Washburn, IL 61570
(309) 248-7221
Gr: PK-5 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Midland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
625 6th Street
Lacon, IL 61540
(309) 463-8010
Gr: PK-4 | 249 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Fieldcrest Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
102 W Elm St
Wenona, IL 61377
(815) 853-4331
Gr: 6-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Fieldcrest Intermediate School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
306 N Maple St
Toluca, IL 61369
(815) 452-2318
Gr: 3-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Lowpoint-washburn Jr Sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
508 E Walnut St
Washburn, IL 61570
(309) 248-7521
Gr: 6-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Henry-senachwine Grade School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
201 Richard St
Henry, IL 61537
(309) 364-2531
Gr: PK-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Marshall County, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marshall County, IL include Midland Middle School, Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School and Midland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marshall County?
7 public elementary schools are located in Marshall County.
What is the racial composition of students in Marshall County?
Marshall County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Marshall County are often viewed compared to one another?

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