For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 193 students in Pocahontas, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Pocahontas, IL is Pocahontas Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pocahontas, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Pocahontas have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pocahontas, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Center
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4 E State St
Pocahontas, IL 62275
(618) 669-2296
Pocahontas, IL 62275
(618) 669-2296
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pocahontas, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Pocahontas, IL include Pocahontas Center.
How many public schools are located in Pocahontas?
1 public schools are located in Pocahontas.
What is the racial composition of students in Pocahontas?
Pocahontas public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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