For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 323 students in Palmyra, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Palmyra, IL are Northwestern High School, Northwestern Elementary School and Northwestern Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palmyra, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Palmyra have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Palmyra, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30889 Route 111
Palmyra, IL 62674
(217) 436-2011
Palmyra, IL 62674
(217) 436-2011
Gr: 9-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30953 Route 111
Palmyra, IL 62674
(217) 436-2442
Palmyra, IL 62674
(217) 436-2442
Gr: PK-6 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Northwestern Jr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30889 Route 111
Palmyra, IL 62674
(217) 436-2011
Palmyra, IL 62674
(217) 436-2011
Gr: 7-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Palmyra, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Palmyra, IL include Northwestern High School, Northwestern Elementary School and Northwestern Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in Palmyra?
3 public schools are located in Palmyra.
What is the racial composition of students in Palmyra?
Palmyra public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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